Creative Living

Most of the time, we just consume or copy culture. But that is not enough. We must also do more than condemn or critique it. The only way to change it is to create it. For too long, Christians have had an insufficient view of culture and have waged misguided "culture wars." But Andy Crouch says we must reclaim the cultural mandate to be the creative cultivators God designed us to be. Culture is what we make of the world, both in making cultural artifacts as well as in making sense of the world around us.

When we're kids, our parents tell us that being creative is fun, fun, fun. But when you decide to turn art into your career, whether that's painting, writing, drawing, or sculpting Edgar Allan Poe out of earthworms, that's when things get tough. In this insightful and heartfelt guide, artist and speaker Phil Hansen shares his hard-won wisdom from the front lines of life as a professional creative. Hansen provides advice for the difficult moments - the slumps, the creative blocks, the times when something you love doesn't resonate with the world - and gives you the pep talk you need....

Like many of us, Christine Sine had spent many years with an image of God who was "a very serious, workaholic type of God". And even when her theology told her this was not true, she struggled to live into this new way of thinking. What she needed was a childlike spirituality. In this audiobook, Christine Sine, online host of the Godspace community, invites us to pay attention to childlike characteristics that have the power to reshape us.

We are surrounded by toxic stories and bad cultural thinking. We’re held back by incomplete theology. But does it have to be like that? Is frustration the end of the story? In the face of confusion and injustice, we can lose sight of our true narrative - the one that started in a garden and wants to make our real lives better today. Activist and recording artist Sho Baraka wrestles deeply and honestly with these questions, gives you permission to do the same, and shows a hard-earned path to creative change. With Sho, you’ll engage with art, justice, and history.

Anything and everything is now called art. The Art Market is global, and some people make millions while others never find their footing. With changing algorithms and a cryptic Art World, how do you stand out as an artist? The Artist's Creative Vision: How to Create Art that Makes Change and Earns a Living teaches how to make unique art that makes you proud and earns a living. The book aims to eliminate the phrase “starving artist” by helping people create more interesting art, more sustainably, regardless of location.

There is no lack of investment options in the current business world. However, all the prevalent investment options demand in-depth knowledge of the ins and outs of the investment options along with extensive expertise of the same. Contrary to all these options, investment in the stock market is less demanding and challenging in terms of knowledge and relevant expertise.

When did you last feel stressed and anxious, worrying about a deadline or thinking about your never-ending to-do list? Today’s busy world requires everything to be done quickly, perfectly, and without complaint. This has led to increasing levels of stress and a worldwide burnout epidemic. Mindfulness is an age-old practice that has been gaining a following in recent years, as more and more people look for ways to combat stress.

Are you feeling the stress and chaos of today’s world bog down on you more and more? Does it seem like no matter what you do there’s always something still to worry about? It's important to note that you are not alone. Seventy-seven percent of Americans report physical symptoms as a result of stress each year. Although it might seem that overwhelm is an inherent part of life these days, it doesn't have to be this way. A life of relaxation and creative flow is attainable, and it’s a lot easier than you would think.

In Waste Knot: Creative Cooking Techniques for a Greener Family Kitchen, Monica Lynne Chase invites listeners to reimagine their kitchen as a space for sustainability and creativity. This book offers practical techniques to minimize food waste, repurpose leftovers, and make the most of every ingredient.

How often do women see a friend in distress or crisis, but feel helpless to really make a difference? Hopelifter: Creative Ways to Spread Hope When Life Hurts takes the mystery out of how to be the hands and feet of Jesus to anyone in need of hope, comfort and care. Kathe Wunnenberg, whose hope-lifting ministry has impacted the lives of thousands, demonstrates simple, practical ways that acts of creative compassion can transform lives.

En este libro, Osho nos ofrece su visión de lo que significa ser inteligente y de cuáles son los caminos que hay que seguir para llevar una vida inteligente sin miedo.

The Bible Clicks captures Scripture's most compelling highlights and unpacks those gems in 365 episodes, chronologically arranged and uniquely designed for curious teens, creative adults, and anyone who has ever felt intimidated by the Bible—a great gift for any occasion. The carefully crafted storytelling in this two-volume set maintains an accurate rendering of the Scriptures, portraying historical narratives, prophecy, wisdom literature, poetic songs, letters, and the apocalyptic book of Revelation.

In Creative Comfort, author Natalie Weedman shares her journey through the profound grief of losing her 14-month-old son. Offering solace to those who have also known the loss of a loved one, she invites you to a place of radical vulnerability where God can both mend your broken heart and minister to you in ways that strengthen your faith foundation.

According to this year's most comprehensive study, there are over 57 million freelancers in the US alone and growing. The largest segment of that freelance community is made up of artists and creative professionals such as designers, writers, filmmakers, etc. The appeal to become self-employed is global. Statistically, freelancers make more money per hour than traditional employees. More and more each year, Millennial and Generation Z women and men are choosing freelancing instead of traditional employment. It's a great way to have a flexible lifestyle and be your own boss.

Does it feel like you'll be working until you die because you live paycheck to paycheck and there is no way you're going to retire?What if I told you there is a way to get out of debt, save for your future, and even retire before the average American? You can do it! Apply the simple practical steps explained in this audiobook and you, too, can achieve financial freedom!

Is it possible to be a Christian and a nurse at the same time? When I first started out in my calling as a nurse, I thought the answer to that question was an easy "yes," but then as I walked the long halls of the hospital, I started to have questions: Is it ever okay to pray for a patient? Why do I feel so awkward asking for a chaplain? When death is real, does heaven have a place in the hospital?

In this audiobook, you will be inspired to integrate the trying and traumatic experiences of your life’s journey into the embodied wisdom and creative expression that are possible for you. Destiny Marie Love, the founder of Embodied Voice Healing, provides an intimate peek into her life's stories, as an example of how to integrate traumatic and challenging experiences into the embodiment of creative expression. This book is packed with helpful and simple practices for your own integration and embodiment.

>Includes a summary of the book, review, analysis & key takeaways, and detailed "About the Author" section. Preview: Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic is her ode to creativity and inspiration. Gilbert, who's garnered acclaim most famously for her book Eat Pray Love, seeks to impart to listeners that the act of artistic creation does not have be a tortured, complicated process: it's better to just do, and worry about questions of merit or quality only once a work is actually finished. Gilbert opens the audiobook with an anecdote on Jack Gilbert.

Catholic recording artist and popular blogger Susan Bailey reveals in this personal and moving narrative how several major losses helped her rediscover creativity and faith. Filled with powerful insights on the presence and action of grace - in the Mass and sacraments, in nature, in grief and even through the life and works of Louisa May Alcott - River of Grace guides listeners to strengthen their faith, discover their own hidden gifts and enjoy again a joy of living.

To appreciate the meaning and beauty of great works of art, we must be familiar with the lives of the geniuses who created them. For in the personalities and life stories of great artists is the key to their masterpieces.