If you are someone who is creative and you live in the world of abstract ideas, inspiration, creativity and strive to bring beauty into the world through your craft, you may have difficulty understanding political games.  But as the saying goes, “you may not be interested in politics, but politics are very much interested in you”. The ignorance about current issue does not make them go away.   Join me for a fun and inspiring conversation with Rodger Friedman, who calls himself an Equal Opportunity Critic. With years of experience and education in Political Science, Roger strives to help people understand the value of hard work and doing your own research in order to make better decisions.  To find out more about Rodger and all the work he has been doing, visit his website : www.EOcritic.com   To learn more about host of the show, Pauline Dougald, visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com  

Join me and Dave for a conversation about the future of agriculture and why we are at the precipice of exciting new changes and opportunities that are present globally as we shift between generations. Dave is a co-founder of Joera Organics and he now lives in Latin America where he is pioneering new agricultural approach. To learn more about Joera Organics visit the website: https://joeraorganics.com/ To learn more about the podcast host, Pauline Dougald, visit website : www.ArtDiversion.com

If you are a creative of any kind, you know how hard the journey is trying to balance your passion and material demands. The constant and persistent doubts about yourself and never-ending feeling of uncertainty. Join me in this episode with Michael Schein, a writer, and author of the Hype Handbook and owner of the MicroFame Media company.  Michael has always had a passion and talent for writing and he has found a way to express himself authentically while translating his unique creativity into a physical material expression.  To find out more about Michael Schein visit his website: www.microfamemedia.com To find out more about Pauline Dougald visit her website www.ArtDiversion.com where you can download free book “Maps of Creative Blocks”

If you are a creative, you will want to listen to this podcast! Especially if you are a creative feeling reluctant to look into legal aspects of your artistic journey! Join me and Byron Pascoe, who is a partner at Edwards Creative Law firm in Ottawa, Canada, in this discussion on legal intricacies of artistic creativity, which makes it much easier to demystify the entire approach so you never need to feel intimidated by contracts! To learn more about Edwards Creative Law visit their website : https://edwardslaw.ca or find them on YouTube or IG ​⁠ @edwardscreativelaw To learn more about Art Diversion visit website: www.ArtDiversion.com

There are times in life when you may be presented with a series of events that stop you in your tracks and force you to re-access where you are. Usually those events come out of nowhere, they are unpredictable and highly destructive. But if you pay attention and open to guidance, usually you also have helpful hints that provide you with understanding and plan of action to evolve out of your predicament.  Join me in this episode where Sabrina Shirley shares her story of transforming from a role of a corporate leader into a leadership mentor and the mission she has been awakened to by the events in her life.  To find out more about Sabrina visit her instagram: @sabrina.shirley.ignite https://www.instagram.com/sabrina.shirley.ignite?igsh=Mm80dG83ajYzNGY1   Or her facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/sabrina.shirleyaiken   To find out more about the podcast host Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com

Join me in this episode of the podcast where I discuss in depth the aspects of Elite Mentorship Forum with Erik Bakker, who has been working with Peter Sage organization in the last 4 years building all the supporting structures as well as being a Master Trainer for EMF, that has resulted in numerous transformations.  We discuss many aspects of human behaviour that we often see in ourselves and others, the reasons for it and what can be done to change it. If you are someone who values personal growth and development - you will enjoy this episode. And if you want to know more about how you can be part of the new cohort of students going through EMF program, which has been determined to be a 5-star gold standard in person development, fill out the application form below. https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/mobile/folders/14I7L5sEUUzwX1MaVj8aIEak_kRFTJ1nL?usp=forms_web&sort=13&direction=a

In the latest episode of our podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Len Rothman, an executive coach renowned for his work with leaders and large organizations. We delved into the concept of flow state and its critical role in collaborative environments such as boardrooms and negotiations. Len emphasized how achieving a state of flow can enhance the flow of energy among team members, leading to more productive and harmonious interactions. We explored the importance of everyone being on the same page, and how swift resolutions between individuals are possible when people feel genuinely heard and understood. Len shared insights on how creating an environment where everyone’s voice is valued can significantly accelerate decision-making and problem-solving processes. Furthermore, we discussed the perpetual flow cycle we all experience, often unknowingly. Len provided valuable tips on recognizing where we are within this cycle, which can help us better navigate our professional and personal interactions. This conversation shed light on the power of flow and the transformative impact it can have on leadership and organizational dynamics. To learn more about Len Rothman visit his LinkedIn profile page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenrothman To learn more about Pauline Dougald visit www.ArtDiversion.com

We are living on this “Pale Blue Dot”, as Carl Sagan called it and we try so hard to achieve things, forgetting in the process to connect with the aspect of ourselves that is playful, magical and abundant. Join me in this episode as I discuss surrender, shadow work and making work your play with Zac, Roshni and Mickey in the second episode of a group podcast conversation among people dedicated to improving lives of others. To learn more about Roshni Sharma-Fleming visit her website: www.stillfirehealing.com To learn more about Zac Gandara visit his website: www.breakboxcoaching.com To learn more about Mickey Cohn visit his website: www.mickeycohn.com To learn more about host Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com

We spend majority of our time communicating with others through the use of language - be it written or vocal. However, we don’t often stop to consider how others may interpret the words we use. Especially in the age of internet and online video meetings, where non-verbal cues are significantly reduced and all we have are the words - the tone of voice is the last aspect that remains, that has a chance to align two people in a conversation. Without it - two sides may not be even hearing each other for all the noise of their limiting beliefs, assumptions, confirmation bias, prejudice, fears and everything else that comes part of our human experience.  Join me in this episode as I discuss this and many other topics with guest Paulo Machado, who describes himself as a “world citizen” and has lived a full and colourful life and discovered many things in the areas of career, parenting, entrepreneurship and personal development.   To learn more about the host Pauline Dougald visit website www.ArtDiversion.com

Sometimes we start a business because it is the next logical step in a lifelong desire for learning and discovery. Business is like an adventure into the open sea. You may think you are prepared, but you will encounter a lot of things that you did not predict. And yet we are still drawn towards that journey. Join me for this conversation with Kim Marcoux, who has always been very community-oriented and always loved learning, but found herself resistant to talk about herself when she embarked on the journey of creating her own business. Kim is an entrepreneur, coach, trainer, mother and archetypal relationships pod facilitator.  You can find her on facebook under the name Kim Marcoux, or via email: kimmayis@yahoo.com or coachkim@gmail.com   To learn more about host of the show Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com  

In this episode join me in a conversation with Tyler Butterworth, who is an active duty member of the US National Guard, he is also a father, a husband and a very inspiring individual. Over the last few years he gained a following on social media by producing humorous videos and in this conversation Tyler shares how he started his adventure in content creation and where it has led him now. In addition, closer to the end of the episode I have mentioned a reference to Steven Kotler and how Flow State in the military can not be trained for and can only be screened for at the moment, according to one of his books. The book is “Stealing Fire”, page 12, chapter called “The high cost of ninja assassins”.   To find out more and follow Tyler Butterworth - find him on all social media platforms under the name @butterworthdasyrup   To find out more about the host of the podcast Pauline Dougald check out her website: www.ArtDiversion.com

If you are a Creative and have your own Business, then you will like this episode where I discuss how your Authentic Self Expression is directly related to your Brand as a Creative.    To learn more about me, check out my website: www.ArtDiversion.com where you can download a free resource that can help you identify most common Creative Blocks.

Sometimes you may find yourself in a place where you are called on to reinvent yourself at a stage in your life when you thought you would have everything figured out. But if you embark on that adventure, you may discover that you can have a time of your life in your 50s, 60s and even later! There is no limit to how much reinvention you can fit into your life! Listen to this episode if you want to be inspired by the story of one woman who decided to defy the odds and never stop learning and evolving!   For more information about the host Pauline Dougald visit her website www.ArtDiversion.com

In this episode meet Nicolette Lazarus, who is a founder of Womanship. A social platform for women and wellness professionals that helps them collaborate, share their experiences and support each other in business. Nicolette comes from an advertising and marketing background and she has moved into the space of entrepreneurship as a solo founder of her business and she has a 100% record of getting through bad days. In this episode we discuss various aspects and challenges that women face in professional and personal lives, the value of collaboration with other women and what the future may hold if we step up to be better versions of ourselves. To learn more about Nicolette Lazarus visit her website www.womanship.co or her Instagram  @_womanship To learn more about the host Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com      

On a Hero’s Path Journey we are often brought a calling we cannot refuse. Spend an hour with 4 remarkable individuals who share their passion for coaching, inner shadow work, helping others and navigating the aspects of a spirit in a body having a human experience.  The conversation has covered wide range of topics applicable to becoming a more evolved person. To learn more about Roshni Sharma-Fleming visit her website: www.stillfirehealing.com To learn more about Zac Gandara visit his website: www.breakboxcoaching.com To learn more about Mickey Cohn visit his website: www.mickeycohn.com To learn more about host Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com  

When the Covid pandemic arrived Roshni was a school teacher and a mother, going about her life, but when a life-treatening illness caused her to stop everything, she made a decision to change her life in service to others.   Roshni Sharma-Fleming is the Founder/CEO at StillFire Healing Inc. located in Toronto. She understands the human body can and does heal from early pain and trauma given the right combination of healing modalities. Roshni’s focus is to teach women to use different holistic healing modalities as energy medicine, to better support the body alongside traditional healing practices.  Her current goal is teaching women self-advocacy & self-love using a multidisciplinary approach to meet a woman’s unique well-being needs.  For more information please visit the website: StillFire Healing Inc. For more information about the host Pauline Dougald visit her website: www.ArtDiversion.com  

In this episode Curtis Hance shares his story of beginning with a promising athletic talents, discovering personal development tools, awakening to his higher potential, integrating  different aspects of himself, unlocking his creativity and transforming into a completely different person through a long and arduous Hero’s Journey on a road to becoming a wiser, better version of himself as an artist, coach and a human being.  Curtis is a Burnout-Proof advocate and a Peak Performance coach. To learn more about him visit his website : www.curtishance.com   To learn more about the host Pauline Dougald visit www.ArtDiversion.com  

There are many ways to look at your events in live and astrology is one tool that helps with that. Most people are familiar with the Western style with zodiac signs that we read horoscopes about.  However there is another system called Vedic Astrology, which is based on different celestial markers and therefore provides different insights about a person’s life and their patterns. In this episode I asked Curtis Burns, an expert on Vedic Astrology system, to enlighten us about how it is different from Western Astrology and why we may want to learn about it.   Curtis Burns has been practicing Vedic Astrologer since the year 2000. He started out with Western Astrology 12 years before that. He takes the best of both styles and helps his clients with it, as well as the many readers of his website www.starworldnews.com. Curtis employs a broad base of spiritual and psychological traditions in his consultations, emphasizing a positive and constructive approach. You can contact him for more information.

If you are a creative person you may know how hard it may be to remain connected to your passion, how hard it is to stay consistent with expression and to continue pursuing your path of an artist and believe in yourself when the outside world may not reflect that to you.   It is the journey of a creative to find a way to continue to build on each new iteration of their work, continuously test the validity of their ideas and persist despite challenges of everyday life.   In this episode we discuss these topics with Anthony Jones, who is a designer that specializes in custom fonts, logos and apparel design. He draws his inspiration from graffiti culture and strives to add value by giving people an opportunity to express them selves through words, logos and fonts. His motto is “Design the Future You Desire” and he is passionate in helping others design that for themselves.   To find out more about Anthony and his creations you can reach him at designtone95@gmail.com or follow his Instagram @_designtone      

If you have ever tried any of the Personal Development tools and strategies, after using them for a while, you may have discovered that they stop working. This is by design. You have to constantly update your tools as you evolve.  And at some point you will want to stop focusing so hard on healing and growing and just live. This and many other subjects related to Personal Growth and Development is what me and Zac discuss in this episode.  Zac is an Executive Coach who works with individuals and companies already operating at the top level and who still want to be even better. To learn more about Zac check out his website www.breakboxcoaching.com   To learn more about the host Pauline check out website www.ArtDiversion.com