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Unlocking the Power of Dreams
Join novelist and creativity coach Jill Marshall on The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith as she dives deep into the world of dreams. Explore the various types of dreams, including processing dreams, Jungian dreams, and lucid dreaming. Learn about the cultural significance of dreams in Indigenous and shamanic traditions, and discover how dreams have historically sparked groundbreaking innovations and creativity. Jill shares her personal dream experiences, giving practical tips on how to interpret and use dreams to enrich your life. Embrace the whispers of your subconscious and see how dreams can shape your waking reality.
00:42 Exploring the World of Dreams
01:16 Types of Dreams and Their Meanings
02:17 Cultural Perspectives on Dreams
02:44 Daydreaming vs. Night Dreams
04:13 Dreams That Changed the World
06:04 Common Dreams and Their Interpretations
08:01 Personal and Ancestral Dreams
08:54 Jill's Resonant Dreams
13:23 Interpreting and Using Your Dreams
14:37 Conclusion and Final Tips
And other links!
Check out Jill’s podcast episode on Downloads via the TV!
Unveiling Ideas – When the Universe Answers Your Questions
Find out more about Jill’s courses for creatives feeling stuck
The Architecture of Abundance and more
Read Jill’s kid’s book inspired by Mary Shelley’s creation
Stein & Frank
Find ensemble series SWAGG (also featuring Stein & Frank!) at
jillmarshallbooks.com
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
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In this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, hosted by Jill Marshall, the focus is on the challenging topic of comparison and competition in the creative arts. Jill shares her personal experience inspired by Mike Bullen's novel 'Trust' and contrasts it with David Nicholls' works to emphasise the inherent difficulties in comparing creative works. She discusses the pitfalls of social media validation, recounts her own cautionary tale of seeking followers on Facebook, and highlights the unreliability of reviews and awards as measures of true creative success. The episode encourages creators to focus on their unique journeys and celebrate their unique voices, while also uplifting and supporting fellow creators.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:34 Exploring Comparison and Competition in Creativity
00:51 The Story Behind the Discussion
01:40 Comparing Creative Works: Mike Bullen vs. David Nicholls
03:18 The Impact of Social Media on Creators
04:01 The Pitfalls of Chasing Likes and Followers
05:58 The Reality of Reviews and Awards
08:22 Embracing Unique Creative Journeys
09:15 Moving Away from Harmful Comparisons
10:29 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
Links:
The Download: How downloads find you, and help you find yourself
(aka the crazy Mike Bullen connection!)
On Apple Podcasts
On Spotify
On Buzzsprout/Browser
Trust by Mike BullenYou Are Here by David Nicholls
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
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Embracing Synchronicity: Three Little Steps to Unlock the Magic of Intuition
In this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall guides listeners through the intriguing realm of synchronicities and intuition. She shares anecdotes illustrating the power of meaningful coincidences and explores how tuning into these signs can offer guidance in our creative and everyday lives. Jill delves into the concept of synchronicities as described by Carl Jung, emphasising the importance of being open and aware to notice these subtle yet significant events. Practical tips are provided on how to recognise and act upon these intuitive nudges, to navigate the complexities of life with a heightened sense of awareness.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:32 Exploring Synchronicities
03:25 The Power of Intuition
05:15 Real-Life Synchronicity Stories featuring Wet Wet Wet and Bill Nighy!
09:12 Interpreting the Signs
11:42 Practical Tips for Noticing Synchronicities
14:47 A Magical Conclusion
Dig deeper into synchronicities in Jill’s course,
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Harnessing the Power of Downloads in Your Creative Journey
In this episode of 'The Download' from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall introduces the concept of 'downloads' - moments of sudden, profound inspiration - and how they can transform creative and business endeavors. Jill shares her personal experiences with downloads that reshaped her career from a corporate executive to a successful children's author and creativity coach. She explains the nature and significance of these intuitive insights, how to recognise them, and how to cultivate conditions for receiving them. The episode also highlights examples of notable figures who have harnessed downloads, from Elizabeth Gilbert to Steve Jobs, showing the wide-reaching impact of trusting and acting on these powerful moments of clarity.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
01:19 Understanding the Download Phenomenon
03:18 Some of Jill's Personal Download Experiences
08:06 The Power of Downloads for Creatives
09:50 Recognising and Acting on Downloads
15:02 Creating Conditions for Downloads
16:18 Conclusion and Call to Action
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
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Launching with Purpose: Insights and Ideas
In this episode of The Download Podcast from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall introduces the concept of 'launches' and explores their true purpose and often misunderstood nature. Drawing from her own experience, Jill discusses the differences between real-world launches and their glamorised portrayals in TV and film. Through anecdotes, she highlights the celebratory aspect of launches, focusing on the process, the people involved, and the meaningful acknowledgment of one's creative journey. Jill concludes by expressing gratitude for the support that led to the creation of this podcast and encourages listeners to celebrate their own milestones while understanding the realistic outcomes of any launch.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:26 The Reality of Launches
01:43 Personal Experiences with Book Launches
02:41 Misconceptions from TV and Film
04:15 A Memorable Launch Event
06:41 The True Purpose of a Launch
07:35 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude
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Unlocking Creativity: The Power of Downloads
In this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall explores the concept of the 'download response'—receiving creative ideas or solutions seemingly out of nowhere in response to unconscious questions. Jill shares personal anecdotes, from her book series 'Matilda Peppercorn' to an unexpected novel inspired by a psychiatric condition featured in a TV programme. She also recounts a moving story of a WWII pilot discovered in a documentary, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity. The episode offers insight into how creatives can recognise and harness these moments of inspiration to fuel their work.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:36 Understanding the Download Response
00:54 Ideas: Made vs. Sent
02:02 Personal Experiences with Downloads
06:30 The Story of Smithy and the Parker Pen Plane
11:40 The Nature of Downloads
13:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
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Exploring the Origins and Power of Creative Downloads
In this episode of 'The Download' from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, host Jill Marshall delves into the mysterious origins of creative and spiritual downloads, examining three primary theories: divine connection, subconscious brain processing, and tapping into the collective consciousness/unconscious. Jill shares techniques to encourage these insightful moments and offers a personal story illustrating the impact of downloads on her own life. Listeners are invited to trust the process and share their experiences.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:31 Exploring the Source of Creative Downloads
01:02 Defining a Download
01:33 Three Theories on the Origin of Downloads
04:17 Encouraging More Downloads
05:17 A Personal Story of Unexpected Insight
10:17 Final Thoughts on Downloads
10:45 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
Wisewoman&Wordsmith.comDiscover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at
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