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What if creativity wasn’t about talent or productivity—but about presence, healing, and self-compassion?

In this episode of The Game Changer Podcast, host Michelle Dutro is joined by Cynthia Hauk, founder of Mindful Creative Muse, for a deeply grounding conversation on how mindful art can support stress reduction, emotional healing, and personal growth.

Cynthia shares how combining mindfulness with simple, accessible art practices helps quiet the inner critic, soften perfectionism, and gently process emotions—without forcing stillness or creating “good” art.

This episode explores:

• Why mindful art is especially helpful for people who struggle with meditation
• How creativity can release emotional and mental blocks
• The role of art in healing during illness, trauma, and burnout
• How slowing down—safely and gently—can restore clarity and connection
• Simple ways to begin using mindful art as self-care

Whether you’re navigating overwhelm, burnout, a health challenge, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers a compassionate and practical invitation back to presence.

🔗 Resources Mentioned

• Free Workbook: Mindful Art for Self-Care (linked below)
• Website: https://mindfulcreativemuse.com
• YouTube: Mindful Creative Muse

00:01 – Welcome & Introduction
Michelle introduces Cynthia and sets the tone for a gentle, inspiring conversation on art and mindfulness.

01:45 – What Is Mindful Art?
How Cynthia blends mindfulness with accessible art practices for healing and self-care.

02:49 – “I’m Not Creative” & Other Common Blocks
Why mindful art is especially helpful for people who resist art or meditation.

07:30 – Releasing Creative & Mental Blocks
How mindful art lowers pressure and opens creative flow.

09:54 – Perfectionism, Self-Criticism & Kindness
How mindful art softens harsh inner narratives and changes how we show up in life.

11:41 – When Self-Care Becomes Another To-Do
The difference between presence and productivity—even in wellness practices.

13:49 – Avoidance, Trauma & Fear of Slowing Down
How mindful art offers safe anchor points when emotions feel overwhelming.

18:22 – Art, Healing & Medical Challenges
How creative practices supported Cynthia during illness, isolation, and grief.

21:16 – Art vs. Vision Boards
Using images as reflection—not manifestation.

23:50 – Mindful Art & Communication
How connecting with yourself improves connection with others.

25:55 – 15-Minute Mindful Art Practices You Can Try Today
Simple exercises using breath, music, and body awareness.

28:28 – How to Learn More with Cynthia
Free resources, website, and guided practices.

29:28 – One Truth Cynthia Lives By
Why creativity is everyone’s birthright.

29:54 – Closing Reflections & Invitation
Michelle wraps up with gratitude and encouragement to explore mindful art.

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Your body is always giving you signals—fatigue, stress, anxiety, pain—but most of us don’t know how to listen.
What if your body knows something long before your mind catches up?
In this episode of the Game Changer Podcast, I sit down with longtime friend and quantum biofeedback expert Jake Cunningham to explore how stress patterns, frequency, and the nervous system quietly shape your health—and how you can stop guessing and start listening.

If you’ve ever felt “off” but couldn’t explain why…
If you’ve tried doing all the right things but still feel stressed, tired, or out of balance…
This conversation is for you.

In this episode of the Game Changer Podcast, I’m joined by Jake Cunningham, Founder & CEO of White Dove Global, to break down quantum biofeedback and frequency-based wellness in a grounded, practical way—without hype or jargon.

We talk about why energy medicine used to be considered fringe, why it’s becoming more mainstream now (especially as wearables normalize real-time health data), and how biofeedback can reveal blind spots—the things you don’t know to ask about but that quietly impact your nervous system, emotions, and physical health.

We also share the true story of how Jake and I first met over 20 years ago at an advanced training in Santa Barbara—including a moment where we literally jumped off a moving boat—and why that experience became a metaphor for life, health, and entering a new year differently.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why your body sends signals long before symptoms appear
• How stress responses and cortisol quietly drive imbalance
• The difference between measuring stress and retraining it
• How frequency and resonance help the body regulate itself
• Why proactive wellness beats “wait-until-something’s-wrong” care
• What it really means to listen to your body—without judgment

This episode isn’t about diagnosing or fixing you.
It’s about awareness, agency, and giving your body the chance to do what it was designed to do—heal and self-regulate.

A question to sit with:

What if the thing you’ve never tried… is the thing your body has been asking for all along?

👇 Share in the comments what stood out to you most and subscribe for more conversations where science meets spirit.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Quantum Biofeedback and Personal Journeys

10:54 The Evolution of Energy Medicine and Its Impact

17:49 Understanding Frequency Devices and Their Applications

28:40 Identifying Blind Spots in Personal Growth

32:22 The Role of Technology in Uncovering Blind Spots

39:18 The Importance of Willingness in Personal Transformation

42:58 Creating a Supportive Environment for Change

49:12 Proactive Healthcare and Optimal Performance

55:34 Embracing New Experiences for Growth

58:45 What is one thing you absolutely believe to be true?

To Learn More About Jake and Quantum Biofeedback:

https://whitedoveglobal.com/

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In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, host Michelle Dutro interviews Holly Porter, a successful entrepreneur and author who shares her incredible journey of starting and scaling 11 businesses, her near-death experience, and the profound transformation that followed. Holly discusses the importance of time management, self-care, and the lessons learned from her spiritual experiences. She emphasizes the significance of presence in relationships and the impact of nutrition on health. Holly also shares insights into her upcoming book, Near Death Shift : What Dying Taught Me About Life, Business, and Purpose and future projects, encouraging listeners to live with purpose and authenticity.

Takeaways

• Holly Porter has started and scaled 11 businesses over 40 years.
• Time management is crucial; time blocking can help prioritize self-care.
• A near-death experience can lead to profound personal transformation.
• Holly emphasizes the importance of loving others where they are.
• Spirituality has shifted from religious to a more personal relationship with God.
• Self-care is not selfish; it's necessary for helping others.
• Holly's upcoming book shares lessons learned from her near-death experience.
• Living with purpose and authenticity is key to fulfillment.

To connect and learn more go to www.hollyporter.com

Find Holly Porter’s new book: Near Death Shift : What Dying Taught Me About Life, Business, and Purpose, on Amazon: https://a.co/d/clVeTLJ

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Holly Porter

02:01The Journey of an Entrepreneur

04:36The Power of Time Management

09:11Transformative Near-Death Experience

15:02Life After the Coma

20:12Spiritual Insights and Lessons Learned

33:54Shifts in Spirituality and Purpose

41:47Health, Nutrition, and Self-Care

45:41Looking Ahead: Future Projects

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