If you’re in a creative slump, according to Laura Desirée, the solution is simple: go masturbate.

As an Intimacy Coordinator, Creative Director at SNCTM, Sex Educator, and Activist, Laura shares her journey of unlocking her erotic force and explains why it is the essential engine behind the power of creativity. From her early days as a dancer in the Lower East Side, to her vision designing immersive, cinematic events at SNCTM, she explores how artistic escapes allow us to reclaim the most intimate relationship we possess — the one with our own bodies.

Laura reveals that sexual energy and creative energy are fundamentally the same, the "erotic" being the very home of creation itself. By igniting the flame of the erotic within ourselves, we do more than just pursue pleasure; we settle into a flow state that permits us to stand proud and move forward in our work. Reclaiming our desire is the ultimate act of self-development, ensuring that we remain purposeful, inspired, and ready to Sparkle in everything we create.

Fiona Murden knows finding the home within you is a lot easier said than done. Psychologist and author of Defining You, Fiona shares her framework for unlocking human potential by harnessing the power of story.

Devi and her dive into the nuances of how creativity is vital not just as an artistic pursuit, but as a fundamental aspect of being human, encompassing how we think, imagine, and problem-solve. Fiona explains why many people wrongly believe they aren't creative and details her journey to organizational psychology, driven by a deep curiosity about human thought. She emphasizes that pivotal life moments, even those marked by rage or trauma, often serve as catalysts for self-examination and growth.

Fiona introduces the concept of Mirror Thinking and its neuroscientific basis in social learning. She advocates for shifting from the self-defeating question "Why?" (which can lead to depression and anxiety) to the constructive question "What?" (which guides us toward self-awareness and next steps). The episode also explores the vital connection between physical movement and creativity, noting that movement frees the mind and allows for greater clarity, helping us integrate the mind and body. Ultimately, Fiona advises listeners to navigate life's inevitable uncertainties by cultivating self-acceptance and holding things lightly, rather than rigidly adhering to external "shoulds" or focusing solely on outcomes.

Fiona’s book, workshops, and podcast can be found at https://www.fionamurden.com/ or @fiona_murden on Instagram.

Devi sits down with the talented Casey Hodge—actor, model, content creator, and now a self-published author under the pseudonym Cynthia Scarlett. Casey discusses her journey, from committing to her childhood dream of acting and modeling to moving to LA and diversifying her career during the shutdown. She shares how she handles rejection and how creating content, often with her husband, Riley, on TikTok, has helped her professionally.

Casey reveals the fun, collaborative process of writing the fantasy-smut novel Shadow of Mortalis with friends, a method more common in TV or podcasting than book writing. They explore why fantasy and smut are so popular, offering a crucial escape for many women.

Casey also emphasizes that, thanks to the power of social media and platforms like Amazon, independent authors in this genre have successfully bypassed traditional publishing. Finally, Casey shares her personal practices for finding her Sparkle through hobbies and self-care.

Meet Hana Tanaka and Wesley Barker, best friends who transformed their Wicked obsession into a viral sensation. Their social media series, which has garnered over 2 million views and counting, follows their journey to (hopefully) get them to the Green Carpet!

Never singing before led to six months of vocal training, and a one-night performance that honored friendship, Oz, and the unique challenge to 'defy' expectations, together.

Let's help them get to the 'Wicked: For Good' premiere!

Hana Tanaka TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@hanaisfinechina?lang=en

Wesley Barker TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wesleyrbarker?lang=en

Wicked Movie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wickedmovie?lang=en

What does it truly mean to live your purpose? We welcome Reena SenGupta, astrologer, coach, and founder of Sundara Dharma, a movement focused on decolonizing yoga and guiding creative entrepreneurs to embody their rawest form of purpose (Dharma).

We dive into Reena’s intuitive toolkit, starting with the basics of Sun, Moon, and Rising signs in astrology, and demystifying the TikTok trends around a Saturn Return. Reena explains how to integrate astrology into your life without losing accountability, and how cosmic cycles can actively inform and accelerate your creative process.

In the span of ten days, Jason Hancock lost his mother, his job, and his connection to meaningful work. So he moved to Japan and never looked back. As an actor and performer, Jason wanted to create a new stage for someone else, one that had never been done before. Special Beauty is the first beauty pageant of its kind in Japan, celebrating special needs youth with their unique and beautiful talents. Each year, participants partner with makeup artists for a runway fashion show and talent competition, and provide a platform for the youth to Sparkle.

Suuvi is not just an artist; she’s a multidisciplinary force—a renowned cello soloist, composer, and mental health advocate. In this raw and inspiring episode of Sparkle On, Devi Jags sits down with Suuvi to learn about a life built on musical excellence that came at a cost.

As a child prodigy at Juilliard, Suuvi opens up about the immense pressure of a career built on pleasing others, revealing that despite achieving massive milestones in classical music (including a Carnegie Hall debut), she felt miserable. After her breaking point, Suuvi reveals the five-year journey she undertook to confront darkness and discover who she truly was as an artist.

Through her practice with The Artist Way, and learning how to choose happiness, she found her most authentic voice (and sound) with her latest album, Dark Therapy. In the shadows, Suuvi reinvented and transformed herself, and in turn, her music.

Before you can heal, you have to be willing to look at your pain. Join host Devi Jags as she sits down with Nicole Zimmermann, a trauma-informed integral somatic coach, ceremonialist, and breathwork facilitator. Nicole was once an artist lost in the world of modeling, seeking acceptance and fitting in. She candidly shares her journey from battling addiction to a rock-bottom moment at 24 that led to a powerful realization: her body knew she needed to change before her mind did.

Nicole dives into the first steps she took to reclaim her life, and the moments that helped her realize her deepest wounds led her to her greatest purpose. Through the power of somatic healing and breathwork, Nicole reclaimed her power and shifted her whole lifestyle and career.

Her story urges us to look at the simplicity of one’s breath as a starting point to seek power in healing through the arts, the magic of rediscovering your inner child, and the importance of becoming a teacher for others on their own healing journeys.

Breathe on, and Sparkle On.