Episode Details

In this episode, I speak with singer-songwriter, Creativity Coach, and host of the Creative Engagement podcast, Dan Mandel, about how curiosity and creativity can guide meaningful life transitions.

We explore:

• How Dan’s travels and songwriting shape his storytelling and coaching
• Why curiosity is essential for sustaining creativity
• The role of discipline and practice in making creativity empowering and rewarding
• Ways creativity can help us navigate retirement, transitions, and unexpected challenges
• How play, exploration, and imagination can reconnect us with joy and purpose

Learn more about Dan Mandel’s work:

https://danmandel.com

https://linktr.ee/DanielMandel

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