Episode Details

Mari Reisberg is a licensed professional counselor, performer, creativity coach, and host of the Sustaining Creativity podcast. With a unique background spanning the performing arts and mental health, she has spent more than 25 years helping people reconnect with their creativity.

From working as a trapeze artist and aerial dancer to becoming a therapist and educator, Mari believes creativity isn’t reserved for artists — it’s something everyone can use to navigate life’s challenges, build confidence, reduce stress, and find greater joy.

In this uplifting conversation, Mari shares:

• Who she was in her 20s and her Broadway dreams

• The challenges of pursuing acting in New York

• How she discovered creative arts therapies

• Why so many people lose touch with their creativity

• Everyday ways we are already creative without realizing it

• How creativity supports mental well-being and confidence

If you’re in your 20s feeling stuck, disconnected from your creative side, or searching for more joy and self-expression, this episode offers practical insight and encouragement.

Mari’s work bridges performance, psychology, and everyday creativity.

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Connect with Mari Reisberg

Website:https://sustainingcreativity.buzzsprout.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sustainingcreativity/

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Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Welcome Mari Reisberg

1:40 - Life in Her 20s: Broadway Dreams & New York

8:15 - The Reality of Pursuing Acting

15:30 - Discovering Creative Arts Therapies

23:10 - Combining Performing Arts with Mental Health

31:45 - Why People Lose Touch with Creativity

40:20 - Everyday Creativity You Already Practice

48:50 - Creativity as a Tool for Confidence & Joy

57:15 - Final Thoughts on Sustaining Creativity