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Painting Your Path
Hosted by Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey · EN
If you’ve asked yourself “Am I living the life I want to live or have I been living for someone else?” Maybe you’re 40+ and asking: “What do I really want to do when I grow up?” If so, this podcast is for you. It’s time for you to do the thing you’ve been waiting to do but maybe didn’t think it was possible. Here’s what I know: You can be, do, and have whatever you set your mind to. Create life on your terms. This podcast features interviews with inspiring people who share their stories about stepping out and creating a life they love. You can also expect solo episodes where I share what’s on my mind and heart, all to help you continue to paint your path.
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Breaking the Mold: Estelle Idoko’s Journey to a Life in the Arts
Sep 1800:35:51Tap to summarizeIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Estelle Idoko—singer, voice teacher, and host of the “Sing Confidently, Live Creatively” podcast. Estelle shares her remarkable journey from pursuing a career in medicine to embracing her true calling in the arts. Together, we explore what it means to “paint your path,” the challenges and rewards of following your creative instincts, and how to build confidence as an artist.You’ll hear about:- The pivotal moments that led Estelle to choose music- Navigating family and cultural expectations while staying true to yourself- The importance of reconnecting with creativity at any stage of life- How Estelle supports others in finding their artistic voicePlus, Estelle reveals a special way for listeners to connect with her creative community.Tune in for an uplifting conversation that will encourage you to take your own small steps toward a more creative, authentic life!Connect with Estelle: Website: creativelybyestelle.comPodcast: creativelybyestelle.com/podcastInstagram: instagram.com/creativelybyestelleIf you live in the Los Angeles area and want to meet in person, you can find me here:Vision Board SessionSept 20th in W LAAddress: 13347 Washington Blvd Unit A, Los Angeles, CA 90066https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-equinox-vision-board-session-tickets-1597993303989Calming Totemic WatercolorsOct 5th in MonroviaAddress: 415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016https://www.blackcatfables.com/products/workshop-10-05-2025-calming-totemic-watercolor-painting Support the show
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Sep 1100:09:16Tap to summarizeWhat if your doctor prescribed art instead of just medication? Or recommended time in nature, dance, or volunteering to improve your health?That’s the vision behind social prescribing, and it’s the heart of my upcoming Creative Care Summit: Reimagining Well-being Through Social Prescribing (Sept 22–26, 2025).In this short episode, I share:My “why” for this summitWhy social prescribing matters for clinicians, creative practitioners, and anyone who wants new ways to feel whole and connected.What you can expect from the 5-day summit — including themes, speakers, and practical takeaways.Summit registration: Join us for freeVIP Pass for lifetime access + bonuses hereWhether you’re a healthcare provider, an artist, or someone simply curious about creative healing, this episode will give you a taste of what’s possible when we expand our definition of care.If you live in the Los Angeles area and want to meet in person, you can find me here:Totemic Watercolors Sept 17th in San DimasAddress: Private Club House, 221 Teague Drive, San Dimas, CA 91773https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calming-totemic-watercolors-tickets-1633231492359Oct 5th in MonroviaAddress: 415 S. Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, California 91016https://www.blackcatfables.com/products/workshop-10-05-2025-calming-totemic-watercolor-painting Vision Board SessionSept 20th in W LAAddress: 13347 Washington Blvd Unit A, Los Angeles, CA 90066https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-equinox-vision-board-session-tickets-1597993303989Support the show
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On the Dance to Heal Podcast: Paint Your Path: Using Art, Movement & Social Prescribing for Midlife Transformation
Sep 400:35:39Tap to summarizeI had the incredible honor of being interviewed by Jenny C. Cohen on her Dance to Heal podcast! In this inspiring conversation, we explored the powerful intersection of creativity, healing, and personal transformation. Jenny and I discussed my journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship and how I help women in midlife reconnect with what brings them joy and fulfillment through art, movement, journaling, and community.Key Insights Shared- The importance of moving from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What matters to you?”- How creative practices create beneficial “altered states” that reduce stress and increase focus- Why we need a team approach to healing and wellness- The power of slowing down in our fast-paced, device-driven worldFree Gift MentionedSelf-Expression Journal: Available hereThis journaling resource helps you reflect and express yourself without judgment - your safe space for authentic self-exploration.Upcoming EventCreative Care: Reimagining Well-Being Through Social Prescription: A free virtual summit combining education, inspiration, and hands-on creative experiences to expand how we think about healing and wellness. Be one of the first to join hereConnect with JennyPodcast: Dance to Heal PodcastJenny’s WebsiteConnect with MeIn-person workshops: Calming Totemic WatercolorsSept 8th in UplandSept 17th in San DimasOctober 5th in MonroviaFall Equinox Vision Board Class Sept 20th in Los AngelesReflection Questions- What creative practices might serve as “medicine” in your life?- How can you become more of the CEO of your own care and healing?- What matters most to you in your wellness journey?Support the show
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Reclaiming Your Personal Space: Interview with Jeanette Chasworth
Aug 2800:54:04Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Painting Your Path, I sit down with Jeanette Chasworth, also known as The Color Whisperer — an intuitive interior designer who blends color psychology, emotion, and energy to transform the spaces we live in and the stories we live by.Jeanette shares how color has guided her through personal grief, supported clients through major life transitions, and helped countless people reconnect with their own personal style — not the one handed down or expected, but the one that feels like home.This episode is about so much more than design; it’s about healing, letting go, and claiming joy in the spaces around you.✨ In this episode, we talk about:The emotional impact of colorWhy honoring your style is an act of self-loveHow color and space can support you through grief, growth, and reinventionWhat to do with inherited or unwanted items that no longer feel alignedHow Jeanette’s personal loss opened her up to a deeper connection with spiritThe true meaning of “energetic alignment” in your home and lifeUpcoming In-Person Events with ClarissaIf you’re ready to explore creativity and healing in your own life, join me at one of these fall experiences:Sept 8 – Calming Totemic Watercolors – Upland, CASept 17 – Calming Totemic Watercolors – San Dimas, CASept 20 – Fall Equinox Vision Board Session – West LASept 22–26 – Creative Care Virtual Summit – Waitlist now openOct 5 – Calming Totemic Watercolors – Monrovia, CAConnect with Jeanette:Website: https://thecolorwhisperer.comInstagram: @thecolorwhispererJeanette’s Free Gift: The color energy reset🎧 Listen & Subscribe to Painting Your Path wherever you get your podcasts — and if something resonates, share it with a friend or leave a review. Your voice helps more people find this space of creativity and transformation. Support the show
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Living and Leading Artfully
Aug 2100:36:48Tap to summarizeFrom time to time, I like to share the podcasts who have featured me as a guest. If you like my podcast, I feel you will also enjoy Sally J Fox’s Vital Presence Podcast-Embrace Your Muse. In this intimate conversation Sally and I explore what it means to lead and create with purpose—especially in the messy in-between where art and leadership intersect.Together, we weave through stories of vulnerability, creative expression, and the soul-deep practice of “painting your path,” one intentional choice at a time. It’s a space where precision meets spirit, and everyday leadership becomes a canvas for transformation.Highlights:How artfulness and leadership can coexist—enhancing presence, clarity, and meaningWhat it really looks like to create and lead with heart in uncertain spacesThe magic of making space—for mistakes, discovery, and authentic expression—amidst the pressure to performExpect warmth, reflection, and a quiet invitation to show up more deeply—without needing to be “perfect.”Curious to dive deeper?Hit play and see where the conversation takes you. And if something catches your breath, note it. There’s something healing in the unspoken, in the pause that follows discovery.About the PodcastVital Presence – Embrace Your Muse is hosted by Sally Jean Fox, PhD —one of those rare voices that feels like sitting across from a dear friend who believes in possibility. The series invites you to lean into creativity, at any age, and consider how the arts can shape the stories we live by. Connect with Sally:Vital Presence-Embrace Your Muse Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vital-presence-embrace-your-muse/id1029732947LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sallyjeanfoxClarissa’s Upcoming Events:Join me in Los Angeles for a Fall Equinox vision board session, September 20th at These Hands Maker’s Collective → Register hereGet your creative fill at my Calming Totemic Workshop in Monrovia, October 5th at Black Cat Fables Bookstore → Save your seat 🎨Your Path Forward Vision Session → If you’re ready to start living life on your terms, I’ve got a few spots left for a free 30-minute 1:1 session to help you get clarity on where to begin. Ready? Let’s connectSupport the show
Transcribe →Are You Living a Half-Life? Solo Episode
Aug 14, 202500:08:31Tap to summarizeBefore we dive into today’s conversation, I have something special to share.If you’re in the Los Angeles area and want to meet in person, I’m hosting a Calming Totemic Watercolor class at my friend Arpi Krikorian’s beautiful studio in Arcadia, CA, on Thursday, August 14th at 5:30pm.It’s not about perfection or “being an artist.”It’s about giving your creativity space to breathe, slowing down to connect to yourself, and finding restoration through color and play.No experience needed.All supplies provided.All you need is an open heart and a willingness to begin.Click here to register.In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story about the in-between space of feeling on top of the world and also feeling like you’re not really living life…I had checked all the boxes—career, income, recognition, the dream home—and still found myself wondering, “Is this it? Who am I living for?”I’ll walk you through:The subtle signs you might be living a “half-life”The fears and habits that kept me stuck for yearsThe turning point that helped me reclaim my creativity and design life on my termsIf you’ve been putting your vision, creativity, or truth on the back burner, this episode is for you.Links & Resources MentionedJoin me in Arcadia, CA, on August 14th for the Calming Totemic Watercolor class → Register hereYour Path Forward Vision Session → If you’re ready to explore your next chapter, I’m opening five spots for a free 30-minute 1:1 session to help you get clarity on what’s next and what’s been in the way. Ready? Let’s connectSupport the show
Transcribe →What I’ve Been Afraid to Say Out Loud: Solo Episode
Aug 7, 202500:08:08Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode of Painting Your Path, I get personal.I talk about something recently posted on social media that deeply resonated. This is a conversation about the messy middle — the space between knowing you’re meant for something more… and still holding back.Whether you’ve been shrinking to fit into spaces you’ve outgrown, softening your truth to stay safe, or wondering if it’s finally time to express the real you — this episode is your gentle permission slip.🎨 Want to reconnect with your own creativity?Join me for calming Totemic Watercolor class in Arcadia, CA on August 14th at the beautiful Arpi Krikorian Studio.No experience required — just a willingness to show up and play.Register here💌 Let’s connect:If something in this episode resonated, DM me on Instagram (@clarissacastilloramsey.art) or share this with a friend who needs the reminder. You can also journal on this question:“Where am I still holding back? What have I not given myself permission or priority to express or do?”🎧 Listen & Subscribe to Painting Your Path for more inspiring interviews, solo reflections, and practical tools for your journey of becoming.Support the show
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Leave ‘Em Wanting More: Interview with Marisa Corcoran
Feb 16, 2023Tap to summarizeIf the thought of authentically expressing yourself in writing, posting on social media, and sending regular emails to your email list gives you hives because you don’t know what to write, do not fear, help is on the way. This episode is for you! I’m so stoked (do people still say that?) to interview my copy mentor, Marisa Corcoran for this bonus episode today. It took me a minute to transition out of professional corporate speak to finding a way to communicate who I really am, and Marisa was the perfect mentor to help me. Can’t wait for you tune in!Let me share a little bit more about Marisa: Ready to discover what to say and how to say it to magnetically attract your dream clients? Then you need Marisa Corcoran in your corner...In addition to writing the words that get landing pages converting at 60% (or higher!) and crafting personality-filled emails, Marisa helps coaches and creatives craft their uncopyable message inside her signature program, The Copy Confidence Society.When not click-clacking on her laptop in the Atlanta sun, you can find this Harvard grad analyzing a Real Housewives episode like it’s government policy and consuming inappropriate amounts of Nutrageous candy bars.Connect with Marisa:Feb 16th, 18th: Need copywriting support? Head over to this free online resource, Leave ‘Em Wanting More Masterclass: https://marisacorcoran.com/masterclass?afmc=ccrWebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramFacebook PageConnect with me:Live in the Los Angeles Area? I’m leading a vision board workshop at Vromans Bookstore on Feb 22nd. Would love to meet you IRL! https://www.vromansbookstore.com/vision-board-workshop-clarissa-ramsey-2023 Feb 26 FREE Virtual Creative Abundant Leadership Summit: https://summit.fromemployee2entrepreneur.live/cals23ccrFREE Resource Painting Your Path Framework Guide: https://clarissastudio.activehosted.com/f/7Not sure about your path? Let’s connect over coffee: https://calendly.com/clarissaramsey/painting-your-path-coffee-chatJoin my free online community, Create Your Abundant Life: https://www.facebook.com/groups/employeetocreativeentrepreneur/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccr_sunshineWould you like to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/clarissaramseySupport the show
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