Flow Into Authenticityhttp://www.flowintoauthenticity.com
Yet we believe it is also the birthplace of our most authentic growth. Using the Flow Spiral Method, we explore the stages of transformation that align with the cycles of nature and merge the logic of nature with the power of intuition.

This spiral reflects a path of transformation known to nature and ancient wisdom throughout time. Follow along as your intuition leads you to uncover more of your authentic self—and toward the person you are becoming.]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Esther Loopstrahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0bf99e2b93a13a3d388d6a2a2afd348e.jpgFlow Into Authenticityhttp://www.flowintoauthenticity.comTue, 30 Jun 2026 23:23:49 +0000Esther LoopstraEsther Loopstraesther@flowintoauthenticity.comHow do you navigate the Space of Becoming—that moment of profound change when something in life is shifting, but the path forward isn’t yet clear? This in-between space can feel disorienting, isolating, and frightening. Yet we believe it is also the...
Yet we believe it is also the birthplace of our most authentic growth. Using the Flow Spiral Method, we explore the stages of transformation that align with the cycles of nature and merge the logic of nature with the power of intuition.

This spiral reflects a path of transformation known to nature and ancient wisdom throughout time. Follow along as your intuition leads you to uncover more of your authentic self—and toward the person you are becoming.]]>trueserialEpisode 1 - Who are we and what is Flow Into Authenticity all about?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-who-are-we-and-what-is-flow-into-authenticity-all-about--48902695
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48902695Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:50:38 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, Esther, Leslie, and Allison introduce themselves and tell their stories of how they went from feeling stuck in their lives to finding what they really love. They talk about the purpose of Flow Into Authenticity and how intuition, flow...
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2572artist,authentic,authenticity,change,creative,creativity,expectations,flow,goal,goal-setting,intuition,intuitive,math,neuroscience,play,purpose,stuck,transformation,values,writingtrue1fullEpisode 2 - Where are you stuck?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-where-are-you-stuck--49073606
⭐️ What causes us to get stuck?
⭐️ How to reframe FEELINGS.
⭐️ Why do we abandon ourselves?
⭐️ Why getting stuck is ACTUALLY a good thing
⭐️ What is the key to moving forward from a stuck place using our intuition?
⭐️ What curiosity has to do with it.

Mentioned in the show: Find Lidia Yuknavitch's TED talk at https://bit.ly/3IxQRYL

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49073606Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:00:02 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, Esther, Leslie, and Allison talk about what we can do when we feel stuck in our life and how to move to the next phase in our lives through intuition, creativity and flow. ⭐️ What causes us to get stuck? ⭐️ How to reframe...
⭐️ What causes us to get stuck?
⭐️ How to reframe FEELINGS.
⭐️ Why do we abandon ourselves?
⭐️ Why getting stuck is ACTUALLY a good thing
⭐️ What is the key to moving forward from a stuck place using our intuition?
⭐️ What curiosity has to do with it.

Mentioned in the show: Find Lidia Yuknavitch's TED talk at https://bit.ly/3IxQRYL

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2253authentic,authenticity,block,burnout,conscious,creative,creativity,entrepreneur,exploration,flow,focus,fulfillment,goal,illness,intuition,neuroscience,play,rolemodel,self-help,stucktrue1fullEpisode 3 - Finding Inspiration - Why play is essential in getting unstuckhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-finding-inspiration-why-play-is-essential-in-getting-unstuck--49231060
⭐️ How do you get unstuck or start something new?
⭐️ How do you find inspiration and what is calling you?
⭐️ Why creating a 10 step plan is not going to get you unstuck
⭐️ How to give yourself permission to play & follow your passion
⭐️ Trusting that your joy will lead you where you need to go
⭐️ Why making mistakes is so important in finding the next step
⭐️ How to follow your curiosity

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49231060Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraPlay can be a powerful antidote to being stuck. In this episode, we talk about: ⭐️ How do you get unstuck or start something new? ⭐️ How do you find inspiration and what is calling you? ⭐️ Why creating a 10 step plan is not going to get you unstuck...
⭐️ How do you get unstuck or start something new?
⭐️ How do you find inspiration and what is calling you?
⭐️ Why creating a 10 step plan is not going to get you unstuck
⭐️ How to give yourself permission to play & follow your passion
⭐️ Trusting that your joy will lead you where you need to go
⭐️ Why making mistakes is so important in finding the next step
⭐️ How to follow your curiosity

Find out more:
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https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2896artist,authenticity,burnout,creative,creativeprocess,creativity,exploration,flow,fulfillment,getunstuck,goals,goalsetting,inspiration,intuition,intuitive,mindfulness,play,selfcare,stuck,traumatrue1fullEpisode 4 - How to make time to do what you lovehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-how-to-make-time-to-do-what-you-love--49412463
In this episode, we talk about how to find time to pursue what you love.

Topics we discuss in this episode:

⭐️ Giving ourselves permission to make time
⭐️ How to use neuroscience to find time for yourself
⭐️ How to say NO in order to make time
⭐️ Prioritizing yourself and your boundaries
⭐️ How and why to prioritize your own time as a parent
⭐️ How life supports you when you say YES

During the episode, we reference a number of resources, including:

🟠 Esther's video on finding time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgfuFfkmSG0

🟠 Esther's video on manifesting her studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGm1OQ6gLLo

🟠 Allison's blog post on creating space for creativity: https://www.mathvalues.org/masterblog/creating-space-for-creativity

Find out more:
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https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49412463Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraWhen you're feeling stuck in your life the FIRST THING to do is MAKE TIME to play and explore what COULD BE. But ain't nobody got time for that! In this episode, we talk about how to find time to pursue what you love. Topics we discuss in this...
In this episode, we talk about how to find time to pursue what you love.

Topics we discuss in this episode:

⭐️ Giving ourselves permission to make time
⭐️ How to use neuroscience to find time for yourself
⭐️ How to say NO in order to make time
⭐️ Prioritizing yourself and your boundaries
⭐️ How and why to prioritize your own time as a parent
⭐️ How life supports you when you say YES

During the episode, we reference a number of resources, including:

🟠 Esther's video on finding time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgfuFfkmSG0

🟠 Esther's video on manifesting her studio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGm1OQ6gLLo

🟠 Allison's blog post on creating space for creativity: https://www.mathvalues.org/masterblog/creating-space-for-creativity

Find out more:
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/]]>3012burnout,creative,creativity,exploration,findingtime,flow,freedom,fulfillment,goals,goal-setting,inspiration,intuition,maxedout,mindset,neuroscience,overworked,play,rut,space,stucktrue1fullEpisode 5 - Intuitive career transitions with Bryn Gribbenhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-intuitive-career-transitions-with-bryn-gribben--49645433
Bryn Gribben is a poet and essayist living in Seattle, Washington. She was an assistant professor of British literature at Northwest Missouri State and the co-editor of fiction for the Laurel Review before returning to Seattle to teach the last several years at Seattle University.

She left her senior lecturer position in December of 2021 to explore the world of antiques and to launch her first book, a memoir about music and intimacy entitled Amplified Heart: An Emotional Discography.

Bryn shares her journey of listening to her intuition as she transitioned careers and talks about how she lives authentically.

We talk about:

⭐️ Trusting yourself and listening to intuition
⭐️ Work and values alignment
⭐️ Letting go of assumptions
⭐️ Taking leaps without a clear destination
⭐️ Why it's important to stay open to possibilities
⭐️ How to ask for help
⭐️ Trusting that life will support you
⭐️ Allowing for restorative time

Find Bryn's book here! https://www.bryngribben.org

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Bryn Gribben is a poet and essayist living in Seattle, Washington. She was an assistant professor of British literature at Northwest Missouri State and the co-editor of fiction for the Laurel Review before returning to Seattle to teach the last several years at Seattle University.

She left her senior lecturer position in December of 2021 to explore the world of antiques and to launch her first book, a memoir about music and intimacy entitled Amplified Heart: An Emotional Discography.

Bryn shares her journey of listening to her intuition as she transitioned careers and talks about how she lives authentically.

We talk about:

⭐️ Trusting yourself and listening to intuition
⭐️ Work and values alignment
⭐️ Letting go of assumptions
⭐️ Taking leaps without a clear destination
⭐️ Why it's important to stay open to possibilities
⭐️ How to ask for help
⭐️ Trusting that life will support you
⭐️ Allowing for restorative time

Find Bryn's book here! https://www.bryngribben.org

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>3304academia,allowing,antiques,authentic,career,change,creative,goal,intuition,intuitive,leap,love,memoir,music,poet,possibilities,shift,supportive,trust,writertrue1fullEpisode 6 - What the heck is Intuition Anyway?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-what-the-heck-is-intuition-anyway--49645550Many people struggle with trusting their intuition because it might feel unpractical, confusing, or just woo. But our intuition is the GPS that can guide us to the next step in our most authentic life path. How can we use intuition in our life in a practical way?

Topics we discuss in this episode:

⭐️ What is intuition?
⭐️ Why we need intuition in our lives
⭐️ How to know if you should say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to opportunities
⭐️ The difference between fear, instinct, and intuition
⭐️ How do you sense intuition in your body?
⭐️ Full body ‘yes’
⭐️ How to learn how to trust yourself
⭐️ When intuition doesn’t feel good
⭐️ Tips for growing your connection to your intuition

Also, check out Esther's YouTube video on how to tell the difference between INTUITION and FEAR: https://youtu.be/BL8j7w8CKJs

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49645550Wed, 18 May 2022 10:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraWe know a lot more than we think we do. Many people struggle with trusting their intuition because it might feel unpractical, confusing, or just woo. But our intuition is the GPS that can guide us to the next step in our most authentic life path....Many people struggle with trusting their intuition because it might feel unpractical, confusing, or just woo. But our intuition is the GPS that can guide us to the next step in our most authentic life path. How can we use intuition in our life in a practical way?

Topics we discuss in this episode:

⭐️ What is intuition?
⭐️ Why we need intuition in our lives
⭐️ How to know if you should say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to opportunities
⭐️ The difference between fear, instinct, and intuition
⭐️ How do you sense intuition in your body?
⭐️ Full body ‘yes’
⭐️ How to learn how to trust yourself
⭐️ When intuition doesn’t feel good
⭐️ Tips for growing your connection to your intuition

Also, check out Esther's YouTube video on how to tell the difference between INTUITION and FEAR: https://youtu.be/BL8j7w8CKJs

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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2999adhd,authentic,body,connection,creative,creativity,curious,deep,expressive,fear,feelings,flow,goals,intuition,intuitive,playful,sensation,thoughtful,trust,uniquetrue1fullEpisode 7 - How to Use the FLOW framework to get unstuckhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-how-to-use-the-flow-framework-to-get-unstuck--50034104
In this episode, we give an overview of the FLOW framework, and how you can use it to get unstuck and create a meaningful, authentic life.

In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ Using the FLOW framework to find focus and joy in your life
⭐️ How to go from being a beginner to finding your flow
⭐️ Why 'think positive' or spiritual bypassing is not the answer
⭐️ How our brain has evolved to keep us safe
⭐️ How to stay open, even when facing challenges
⭐️ Why making authentic connections is so important in this journey
⭐️ Accepting your own timing

The Art of the Impossible - Steven Kotler
https://tinyurl.com/2u5ntmhb
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50034104Thu, 02 Jun 2022 04:13:58 +0000Esther Loopstra😜 A note to our regular listeners: A previously released version of this episode contained editing errors. If you have automatic downloads of Flow into Authenticity, you may have received this unpolished version of the show. We apologize for the...
In this episode, we give an overview of the FLOW framework, and how you can use it to get unstuck and create a meaningful, authentic life.

In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ Using the FLOW framework to find focus and joy in your life
⭐️ How to go from being a beginner to finding your flow
⭐️ Why 'think positive' or spiritual bypassing is not the answer
⭐️ How our brain has evolved to keep us safe
⭐️ How to stay open, even when facing challenges
⭐️ Why making authentic connections is so important in this journey
⭐️ Accepting your own timing

The Art of the Impossible - Steven Kotler
https://tinyurl.com/2u5ntmhb
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>3382achievement,authentic,career,conscious,creative,entrepreneur,flow,focus,fulfillment,goals,intuition,job,meaning,mindset,neuroscience,self-care,spiritual,stuck,trauma,unstucktrue1fullEpisode 8 - How to let go of assumptions that hold you backhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-how-to-let-go-of-assumptions-that-hold-you-back--50188048
⭐️ How our bias helps and hurts us
⭐️ Identify limiting beliefs and assumptions–what’s the story you tell yourself?
⭐️ Interrogation of your fears
⭐️ Binary thinking traps–leave room for the magic!
⭐️ How to stop comparison
⭐️ How to shift your beliefs to reach your goals
⭐️ Why it's important to find role models
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Resources:
Byron Katie- 4 questions
https://thework.com/2017/10/four-liberating-questions/

Free ‘Get Unstuck Challenge’
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/unstuck-creativity-challenge
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50188048Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:00:02 +0000Esther LoopstraWe all have assumptions about what we can and can't do. This can hold us back from dreaming bigger or opening up to what is possible in our life. We are aware of some of these, while others are so deeply embedded that they're like the air we breathe....
⭐️ How our bias helps and hurts us
⭐️ Identify limiting beliefs and assumptions–what’s the story you tell yourself?
⭐️ Interrogation of your fears
⭐️ Binary thinking traps–leave room for the magic!
⭐️ How to stop comparison
⭐️ How to shift your beliefs to reach your goals
⭐️ Why it's important to find role models
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Resources:
Byron Katie- 4 questions
https://thework.com/2017/10/four-liberating-questions/

Free ‘Get Unstuck Challenge’
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/unstuck-creativity-challenge
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>3714art,artist,assumptions,beliefs,burnout,creativity,expectations,flow,focus,formula,fulfillment,goals,growth,intuition,intuitive,limitingbeliefs,meaning,mindfulness,spiritual,traumatrue1fullEpisode 9 - What Procrastination is trying to tell youhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-what-procrastination-is-trying-to-tell-you--50387417
In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ Why procrastination could be a good thing
⭐️ The deeper meaning of procrastination
⭐️ Why pushing through doesn’t always work
⭐️ Building in time for procrastination
⭐️ How to work with the seasons of life and your creative process
⭐️ How productivity culture contributes to procrastination
⭐️ How listening to your body helps you to get out of the procrastination cycle
⭐️ Why fear and trauma keep us procrastinating
⭐️ Creating a support system to help
⭐️ How do we do things we don’t want to do

Jay Shetty’s 4 Steps to Break Procrastination Patterns
https://jayshetty.me/blog/jay-shettys-4-steps-to-break-procrastination-patterns-2/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50387417Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:30:02 +0000Esther LoopstraAre you procrastinating on something in your life? Feeling guilty about it? Maybe you shouldn't. In this episode, we'll be talking about why we procrastinate, what we can learn about ourselves from noticing our behavior, and what we can do to move...
In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ Why procrastination could be a good thing
⭐️ The deeper meaning of procrastination
⭐️ Why pushing through doesn’t always work
⭐️ Building in time for procrastination
⭐️ How to work with the seasons of life and your creative process
⭐️ How productivity culture contributes to procrastination
⭐️ How listening to your body helps you to get out of the procrastination cycle
⭐️ Why fear and trauma keep us procrastinating
⭐️ Creating a support system to help
⭐️ How do we do things we don’t want to do

Jay Shetty’s 4 Steps to Break Procrastination Patterns
https://jayshetty.me/blog/jay-shettys-4-steps-to-break-procrastination-patterns-2/]]>3154achieving,anxiety,art,artist,authenticity,creative,creativity,fear,flow,flowstate,goals,intuition,intuitive,neuroscience,prioritize,procrastinate,procrastination,shame,spirituality,traumatrue1fullEpisode 10 - What the 'F' to do when life gets hardhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-what-the-f-to-do-when-life-gets-hard--50549972In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ How to achieve your goals when you have chronic illness
⭐️ Depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, and hard times
⭐️ How do we keep moving forward when we are struggling?
⭐️ How to re-think working in a traditional way
⭐️ Seeing creativity as a process
⭐️ Leaning into the thing that’s blocking you
⭐️ How your values can get you through hard times
⭐️ Why quiet and meditation help creativity
⭐️ How to use ‘curiosity questions’ to find solutions
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50549972Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:30:02 +0000Esther LoopstraEveryone needs to take a little mental health break sometimes, including your Flow into Authenticity hosts. In this episode, we hit pause and talk about anxiety, depression, chronic illness, parenthood, grief, and more. What happens when "life gets...In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ How to achieve your goals when you have chronic illness
⭐️ Depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, and hard times
⭐️ How do we keep moving forward when we are struggling?
⭐️ How to re-think working in a traditional way
⭐️ Seeing creativity as a process
⭐️ Leaning into the thing that’s blocking you
⭐️ How your values can get you through hard times
⭐️ Why quiet and meditation help creativity
⭐️ How to use ‘curiosity questions’ to find solutions
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https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2997achieving,anxiety,chronic_illness,creativeblock,creatives,creativity,curiosity,depression,flow,goals,goalsetting,intuition,meditation,neurodivergent,parenthood,valuestrue1fullEpisode 11 - Opening Up to Possibilitieshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-opening-up-to-possibilities--50723258
In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ How to transition to living a more authentic life using the FLOW process
⭐️ How opening up to possibilities helps you find focus in your life
⭐️ Allowing life to support you in the phase of your life
⭐️ How knowing your values helps you find your next step
⭐️ Creating community to support us during this transition
⭐️ How not get stuck in overwhelm
⭐️ Listening to your intuition to what’s next
⭐️ Doing the prep work to know what you want so that the universe can help bring it to you]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50723258Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraGetting to a better place in your life might not look like how you imagined it. Sometimes, when we open up to new possibilities, we find authentic ways of pursuing our passions that we had never dreamed of before. In this episode, we talk about the...
In this episode we talk about:
⭐️ How to transition to living a more authentic life using the FLOW process
⭐️ How opening up to possibilities helps you find focus in your life
⭐️ Allowing life to support you in the phase of your life
⭐️ How knowing your values helps you find your next step
⭐️ Creating community to support us during this transition
⭐️ How not get stuck in overwhelm
⭐️ Listening to your intuition to what’s next
⭐️ Doing the prep work to know what you want so that the universe can help bring it to you]]>3172authentic,authenticity,change,creativity,flow,focus,intuition,magic,open,possibilities,stuck,support,valuestrue1fullEpisode 12 - Workin' Ithttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-workin-it--50926278
⭐️Moving from dreaming and learning to taking the first concrete step on your new path
⭐️Building capacity for taking bigger risks
⭐️Letting go of the idea of achieving a specific outcome
⭐️The importance of learning from failure]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50926278Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:00:02 +0000Esther LoopstraOnce you’ve gotten clarity about what you need and have explored your options, done your research, and made connections with people who can help you start to see what your next step looks like, there’s only one thing left to do: Work it! In this...
⭐️Moving from dreaming and learning to taking the first concrete step on your new path
⭐️Building capacity for taking bigger risks
⭐️Letting go of the idea of achieving a specific outcome
⭐️The importance of learning from failure]]>3081authentic,connect,creativity,dreaming,failure,flow,intuition,leap,learning,risktaking,rolemodel,werktrue1fullDon't be afraid of the dark - What to do when you're feeling stuckhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-be-afraid-of-the-dark-what-to-do-when-you-re-feeling-stuck--52049514
In this first episode of Season 2, we talk about:

- What feeling stuck is trying to tell you
- How our culture shies away from talking about darkness
- Reimagining our 'dark' times as the winter season
- What wants to bloom next from you?
- What to do and not do in these frustrating times
- How curiosity and exploration can be the first step
- How each one of us has used meditation and other resources during our dark times

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In this first episode of Season 2, we talk about:

- What feeling stuck is trying to tell you
- How our culture shies away from talking about darkness
- Reimagining our 'dark' times as the winter season
- What wants to bloom next from you?
- What to do and not do in these frustrating times
- How curiosity and exploration can be the first step
- How each one of us has used meditation and other resources during our dark times

Suicide and crisis lifeline: 988
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Find out more:
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>3186authenticity,balance,business,career,creative,creativity,flow,fulfillment,goals,goalsetting,growth,intuition,intuitive,lifechange,meditation,neuroscience,productivity,purpose,spiritual,wintertrue21fullWhat do you value?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-do-you-value--52180159
We discuss:

- How to identify core values
- Why our values help us
- Examples of our values and how they help us navigate life
- How Covid helped us recognize our core values
- How we can pivot when we realize our values
- Our values can help us make time for what's important in our life

“I’m a much better version of myself when I have less on my plate” — Leslie Blumenstein

Links:
learn what your values are with this FREE WORKSHOP - https://flowintoauthenticity.teachable.com/p/values

Crisis suicide life line - 988

Find out more:
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52180159Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:02 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, we talk about Core Values and how they guide us on our path to getting unstuck and creating a life we love. We discuss: - How to identify core values - Why our values help us - Examples of our values and how they help us...
We discuss:

- How to identify core values
- Why our values help us
- Examples of our values and how they help us navigate life
- How Covid helped us recognize our core values
- How we can pivot when we realize our values
- Our values can help us make time for what's important in our life

“I’m a much better version of myself when I have less on my plate” — Leslie Blumenstein

Links:
learn what your values are with this FREE WORKSHOP - https://flowintoauthenticity.teachable.com/p/values

Crisis suicide life line - 988

Find out more:
https://www.flowintoauthenticity.com/
https://www.instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
https://www.youtube.com/estherloopstra]]>2759achievement,art,artist,authenticity,awakening,business,corevalues,core-values,creative,flow,goals,goalsetting,growth,intuition,intuitive,neuroscience,selfcare,self-care,spirituality,valuestrue22fullWhy “Crushing it” is overratedhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-crushing-it-is-overrated--52348122“Crushing it” is overrated - Creating your personal mission statement
The old model of goal-setting teaches us to look outside ourselves and set goals based on what others have done. Having a personal mission statement can help us to decide what we want and intuitively move toward our intentions.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • Why the old model of goal setting doesn't work for many people
  • Why personal mission statements matter
  • Why setting intentions helps us to guide decision making
  • How to intuitively create goals
  • How to discover your personal mission statement
  • Why connecting with your values matters

Show notes links:]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52348122Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:03 +0000Esther Loopstra“Crushing it” is overrated - Creating your personal mission statement The old model of goal-setting teaches us to look outside ourselves and set goals based on what others have done. Having a personal mission statement can help us to decide what we...“Crushing it” is overrated - Creating your personal mission statement
The old model of goal-setting teaches us to look outside ourselves and set goals based on what others have done. Having a personal mission statement can help us to decide what we want and intuitively move toward our intentions.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • Why the old model of goal setting doesn't work for many people
  • Why personal mission statements matter
  • Why setting intentions helps us to guide decision making
  • How to intuitively create goals
  • How to discover your personal mission statement
  • Why connecting with your values matters

Show notes links:]]>2960achievement,art,artist,business,creative,entrepreneur,flow,focus,goals,goal-setting,growth,happiness,intuition,mindfulness,missionstatement,neuroscience,spirituality,successtrue23fullFollow your unique path - an interview with Tara Clarkhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/follow-your-unique-path-an-interview-with-tara-clark--52468573
  • How Tara navigated her atypical creative and entrepreneurial journey
  • How to discover and follow your uniqueness
  • Why sitting in the unknown is important to the journey
  • How we can stand firm in our truth when others around us doubt us
  • Why getting out of our comfort zone is so important

Links
Editing by James Whetzel]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52468573Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, we interview Tara Clark, creative entrepreneur and founder of Tara Shakti, a company that creates stunning ski suits with the purpose of building confidence, connection, and community. Tara is an incredible inspiration, we talk about:...
  • How Tara navigated her atypical creative and entrepreneurial journey
  • How to discover and follow your uniqueness
  • Why sitting in the unknown is important to the journey
  • How we can stand firm in our truth when others around us doubt us
  • Why getting out of our comfort zone is so important

Links
Editing by James Whetzel]]>3306achievement,art,artist,authenticity,business,community,connection,creative,creativity,entrepreneur,flow,goal-setting,growth,intuition,intuitive,neuroscience,photographer,ski,spirituality,womentrue24fullHow to find more energy and time for what you lovehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-find-more-energy-and-time-for-what-you-love--52599507

  • How getting into a flow state can give you more energy
  • Finding what brings you energy or what depletes your energy
  • The neuroscience of focus and joy
  • How to retrain your brain to focus on what you value
  • How to find time and energy for your own creative ventures
  • Figuring out what time of day you have the most energy
  • How to allow your brain to find solutions for you
  • Reprogramming old conditioning for your happiness

LINKS:


Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design!
www.jameswhetzel.com

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52599507Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:02 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, Esther and Allison talk about how you can find more time and energy for the things you love and how that can contribute to joy and fulfillment in your life. - How getting into a flow state can give you more energy - Finding what...

  • How getting into a flow state can give you more energy
  • Finding what brings you energy or what depletes your energy
  • The neuroscience of focus and joy
  • How to retrain your brain to focus on what you value
  • How to find time and energy for your own creative ventures
  • Figuring out what time of day you have the most energy
  • How to allow your brain to find solutions for you
  • Reprogramming old conditioning for your happiness

LINKS:


Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design!
www.jameswhetzel.com

]]>3417achievement,artist,authenticity,burnout,business,creative,energy,entrepreneur,flow,flow-state,fulfillment,goal,happiness,healing,motivation,neuroscience,purpose,time,time-managment,womentrue25fullShould you dream big or go with the flow?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-you-dream-big-or-go-with-the-flow--52737113

Show notes:
  • Why it's so difficult to dream big
  • The scientific benefits of being intentional
  • What it looks like to go with the flow in our life
  • How dreaming and goals may look different as we get older
  • How can you really figure out what you want in life?
  • What kinds of dreams are helpful?
Intuitive goal-setting workshop - www.flowintoauthenticity.com/courses
Esther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
Esther's YouTube Channelyoutube.com/estherloopstra
Leslie's websitewww.leslieblu.com
Allison's website www.allisonhenrich.com

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52737113Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:04 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, Allison and Esther talk about creating big dreams in our life, why they're important and how they've changed throughout our life. Show notes: - Why it's so difficult to dream big - The scientific benefits of being intentional - What...

Show notes:
  • Why it's so difficult to dream big
  • The scientific benefits of being intentional
  • What it looks like to go with the flow in our life
  • How dreaming and goals may look different as we get older
  • How can you really figure out what you want in life?
  • What kinds of dreams are helpful?
Intuitive goal-setting workshop - www.flowintoauthenticity.com/courses
Esther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
Esther's YouTube Channelyoutube.com/estherloopstra
Leslie's websitewww.leslieblu.com
Allison's website www.allisonhenrich.com

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>3507artist,burnout,coach,conscious,creativity,dream,dream-big,dreaming,dreams,entrepreneur,flow,goals,growth,intuition,manifestation,mindset,purpose,spirituality,stuck,successtrue26fullHow to make everything creative with lessons from Zen - an interview with Zach Smithhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-make-everything-creative-with-lessons-from-zen-an-interview-with-zach-smith--52884847In this episode, we talk with Zach Smith, creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. Zach shares with us how small changes in our life can impact and enhance our creativity. Join us as we discuss:
  • How meditation expand your creativity
  • What to do when you’re in a creative crisis
  • How you can be more creative in your everyday life
  • How running can enhance your creativity
  • Applying creativity to small areas in your life
  • Leaning into boredom to find genuine motivation
  • Activities that can help you practice letting go
  • How different types of meditation can help your creative practice
Links:

Creative Enso – The Zen Art Of Creative LivingCreative Enso IG (@creativeenso) Creative Enso IG (@creativeenso.travel)
Intuitive goal-setting workshop - www.flowintoauthenticity.com/courses
Esther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
Esther's YouTube Channelyoutube.com/estherloopstra
Leslie's websitewww.leslieblu.com
Allison's website www.allisonhenrich.com
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52884847Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraIn this episode, we talk with Zach Smith, creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. Zach shares with us how small changes in our life can impact and enhance our creativity. Join us as we discuss: - How meditation expand your...In this episode, we talk with Zach Smith, creator of Creative Enso, the Zen art of creative living. Zach shares with us how small changes in our life can impact and enhance our creativity. Join us as we discuss:
  • How meditation expand your creativity
  • What to do when you’re in a creative crisis
  • How you can be more creative in your everyday life
  • How running can enhance your creativity
  • Applying creativity to small areas in your life
  • Leaning into boredom to find genuine motivation
  • Activities that can help you practice letting go
  • How different types of meditation can help your creative practice
Links:

Creative Enso – The Zen Art Of Creative LivingCreative Enso IG (@creativeenso) Creative Enso IG (@creativeenso.travel)
Intuitive goal-setting workshop - www.flowintoauthenticity.com/courses
Esther's IG - instagram.com/estherloopstraart/
Esther's YouTube Channelyoutube.com/estherloopstra
Leslie's websitewww.leslieblu.com
Allison's website www.allisonhenrich.com
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>2652acceptance,artist,balance,buddhism,burnout,creative,creativity,darkness,flow,intuition,meditation,mindfulness,small,spiritualfalse27fullThe C-word. A chat about consistency.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-c-word-a-chat-about-consistency--56981460Consistency. Do we need it? Do we want it? Consistency is something that many of us struggle with so we decided to have a candid conversation about it in this first episode of Season 3.
  • What does our culture tell us consistency is?
  • What the natural world shows us about consistency
  • Listening to your intuition to guide you to the right season
  • Consistency vs. rigidity
  • The benefits of consistency
  • How do you find what motivates you?
Links

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56981460Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:34:13 +0000Esther LoopstraConsistency. Do we need it? Do we want it? Consistency is something that many of us struggle with so we decided to have a candid conversation about it in this first episode of Season 3. - What does our culture tell us consistency is? - What the...Consistency. Do we need it? Do we want it? Consistency is something that many of us struggle with so we decided to have a candid conversation about it in this first episode of Season 3.
  • What does our culture tell us consistency is?
  • What the natural world shows us about consistency
  • Listening to your intuition to guide you to the right season
  • Consistency vs. rigidity
  • The benefits of consistency
  • How do you find what motivates you?
Links

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
]]>2943achievement,art,authenticity,burnout,consistency,creativity,flow,focus,fulfillment,goals,goal-setting,intuition,intuitive,mindfulness,neuroscience,passion,purpose,spiritual,spirituality,successtrue31fullYour unique career path - interview with Jen Sorensenhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-unique-career-path-interview-with-jen-sorensen--57358785
We talk about:
  • When to pivot in your career or training
  • How to find your interests and gifts
  • How collaboration and connection lead us to our next steps
  • Why the world needs you to connect to your purpose
More links:
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57358785Mon, 23 Oct 2023 21:34:53 +0000Esther LoopstraWhat do you do when your intuition is leading you on a different path than what you are 'supposed' to do in your career? In this interview with our new podcast co-host Jen Sorensen, we chat about how she learned to embody her talents and interests and...
We talk about:
  • When to pivot in your career or training
  • How to find your interests and gifts
  • How collaboration and connection lead us to our next steps
  • Why the world needs you to connect to your purpose
More links:
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
]]>2713achievement,art,authenticity,burnout,business,career,change,creative,creativity,educator,entrepreneurship,flow,fulfillment,neuroscience,potential,science,self-love,spirituality,successtrue32fullWhat Creative Season are you in?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-creative-season-are-you-in--57770625
Every single thing we create in our life goes through the 4 stages of the Flow Method and can correlate to the Seasons of the earth. We share with you these four seasons of creativity so that they can help you navigate your own path.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • How the FLOW method can help you navigate change
  • What nature can teach you about change in your life
  • How different seasonal processes mirror the process of change
  • Why you may get stuck
  • How to avoid the constant hustle
  • How setting intentions can help you navigate
  • Why celebrating what you’ve accomplished is important
More links:Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57770625Wed, 22 Nov 2023 20:21:16 +0000Esther LoopstraAre you feeling stuck in your life? Are you just starting to explore something new like a new career or relationship? Maybe you are finishing up a creative project or getting ready to move to a new city. Every single thing we create in our life goes...
Every single thing we create in our life goes through the 4 stages of the Flow Method and can correlate to the Seasons of the earth. We share with you these four seasons of creativity so that they can help you navigate your own path.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • How the FLOW method can help you navigate change
  • What nature can teach you about change in your life
  • How different seasonal processes mirror the process of change
  • Why you may get stuck
  • How to avoid the constant hustle
  • How setting intentions can help you navigate
  • Why celebrating what you’ve accomplished is important
More links:Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>3207achievement,art,authenticity,business,career,creative,creativity,entrepreneur,flow,focus,goals,growth,happiness,intuition,neuroscience,spiritual,spirituality,success,theflowstate,traumainformedtrue33fullHow travel can create more flow in your lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-travel-can-create-more-flow-in-your-life--57956348
Topics:
  • Why traveling is important to your life
  • How travel can make you more creative
  • What travel can show you about living in flow
  • How to make every day feel like a vacation
  • Why travel encourages empathy
  • How planning travel can help you dream big
More links:Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57956348Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:23:19 +0000Esther LoopstraTravel and exploration are so important for your creativity and focus. In this episode, we talk about all the ways you can use travel and the ideas that travel invokes throughout your life. Topics: - Why traveling is important to your life - How...
Topics:
  • Why traveling is important to your life
  • How travel can make you more creative
  • What travel can show you about living in flow
  • How to make every day feel like a vacation
  • Why travel encourages empathy
  • How planning travel can help you dream big
More links:Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>2867achievement,art,business,creative,creativity,development,empathy,entrepreneur,flow,fulfillment,goal,goals,goal-setting,intuition,spiritual,spirituality,success,travel,wisdomtrue34fullRole models can help you be your authentic selfhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/role-models-can-help-you-be-your-authentic-self--58140341
We talk about:
  • what is an expander/role model or mentor?
  • how expanders can help you see your potential
  • why role models are critical in helping you move past blocks
  • why looking for a mentor is a sign of maturity
  • what are the different types of role models
  • how you can be a mentor just by being yourself
  • what is coaching?
  • how to find role models for different areas of your life
More links:

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58140341Thu, 28 Dec 2023 18:54:34 +0000Esther LoopstraRole Models are essential to helping you move past limitations and old beliefs. In this episode, we discuss how finding a role model can help you. We talk about: - what is an expander/role model or mentor? - how expanders can help you see your...
We talk about:
  • what is an expander/role model or mentor?
  • how expanders can help you see your potential
  • why role models are critical in helping you move past blocks
  • why looking for a mentor is a sign of maturity
  • what are the different types of role models
  • how you can be a mentor just by being yourself
  • what is coaching?
  • how to find role models for different areas of your life
More links:

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>3289achievement,advancement,art,authenticity,career,creativity,education,educator,entrepreneur,flow,focus,fulfillment,goal-setting,growth,happiness,intuition,self-development,spirituality,successtrue35fullNeed a distraction? Listen to this podcast.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/need-a-distraction-listen-to-this-podcast--58450762
We talk about:
  • What causes distraction?
  • Helpful vs unhelpful distractions
  • The usefulness of rest
  • How to get into and stay in flow
  • How to organize your day to help you focus
  • How music can help you focus
  • Accepting where you are
More links:

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
James' music can be found under both "Whetzel" and "James Whetzel" on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you stream your music.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58450762Thu, 25 Jan 2024 22:49:13 +0000Esther LoopstraIt's undeniable. Humans are becoming more and more distracted. Maybe we've already lost you... In this episode, we take lots of twists and turns to explore all things distraction! We talk about: - What causes distraction? - Helpful vs unhelpful...
We talk about:
  • What causes distraction?
  • Helpful vs unhelpful distractions
  • The usefulness of rest
  • How to get into and stay in flow
  • How to organize your day to help you focus
  • How music can help you focus
  • Accepting where you are
More links:

Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com
James' music can be found under both "Whetzel" and "James Whetzel" on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you stream your music.
]]>3352achievement,art,authenticity,career,creativity,distraction,education,educator,entrepreneur,flow,focus,fulfillment,goal-setting,growth,happiness,intuition,spirituality,successtrue36fullBoundary setting 101https://www.spreaker.com/episode/boundary-setting-101--58679169Many of us do, but boundaries may be a secret to creating flow in your life and career.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • Why boundaries are important
  • How to create intentional boundaries
  • The downside of putting up too many walls
  • The pitfalls of people pleasing
  • Role modeling healthy boundaries
  • Our responsibilities to others and ourselves
  • How letting go of assumptions can help you set healthy boundaries
  • How knowing yourself, your values, and your self-worth can help you
More links:
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58679169Wed, 14 Feb 2024 01:00:03 +0000Esther LoopstraDo you struggle with setting boundaries? Many of us do, but boundaries may be a secret to creating flow in your life and career. In this episode, we talk about: - Why boundaries are important - How to create intentional boundaries - The downside of...Many of us do, but boundaries may be a secret to creating flow in your life and career.

In this episode, we talk about:
  • Why boundaries are important
  • How to create intentional boundaries
  • The downside of putting up too many walls
  • The pitfalls of people pleasing
  • Role modeling healthy boundaries
  • Our responsibilities to others and ourselves
  • How letting go of assumptions can help you set healthy boundaries
  • How knowing yourself, your values, and your self-worth can help you
More links:
Thanks to James Whetzel for editing and sound design! www.jameswhetzel.com]]>2845achievement,advancement,art,authenticity,career,creativity,education,educator,entrepreneur,flow,focus,fulfillment,goal-setting,growth,happiness,intuition,self-development,spirituality,successtrue37full