93: Quieting the Ego to find Your Higher Self with James McCrae, Author & Creative Strategist

<p dir="ltr">This week, Joy chats with James McCrae, author, poet, meme artist, and creative strategist based in Austin, Texas. In his writing and art, he applies the principles of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy to modern life with humor and candor. As the founder of <a href= "https://www.jamesmccrae.com/work-with-me">Re-Creation Studio</a>, James offers coaching and consultation services and teaches classes on conscious creativity. He also hosts <a href= "https://linktr.ee/wordsarevibrations"></a><a href= "https://jamesmccrae.com/podcast">Sunflower Club</a>, a podcast that explores the intersection of creativity, consciousness, and culture. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode James shares his unique take on the relationship between creativity and spirituality. He discusses the difference between your ego and higher self and how ego-death, or breakdowns, can lead to some of our biggest breakthroughs. You will love his unique take on creativity, meme creation, communication, and art! </p> <p dir="ltr">If you want to tap into your intuition to figure out how to cultivate curiosity, intuition, and creativity in your life then you won’t want to miss this episode. So settle in with a <a href= "https://hellojoyous.com/collections/tea/products/tlc-tea">calming cuppa tea</a> and get ready to be inspired to tap into your own creative intuition!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Episode Highlights:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How he built his community around meme creation. </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The importance of staying a student of life to cultivate wisdom. </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">His creative process for making memes and his connection to the muse. </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The different forms his creativity has taken over the years. </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How spirituality an