Writing and Rituals with Natalia Ilyin

13/10/2021 48 min Episodio 1
Writing and Rituals with Natalia Ilyin

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Welcome to the very first episode of Ground & Gratitude, a new podcast from designer and entrepreneur Lorilee Rager.To kick things off, Natalia Ilyin joins Lorilee on the show to discuss routines; the rituals that keep us grounded, calm the mind, and make space for creative ideas to thrive. Whether it’s pouring yourself a cup of tea or sitting down to write morning pages, even small routines can lead to transformation.Natalia is a Professor of Design, Design History and Criticism at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, and is also Founding Faculty of the MFA in Graphic Design at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Natalia is an author who recently published her third book, Writing for the Design Mind.Highlights:On Natalia’s playlist: “How Lucky” by John PrineBreaking destructive cycles and turning bad habits into positive routinesThe power of storytellingLetting go of perfection and the academic, omnipotent voiceWriting your truth...and dealing with conflictOne tool for the G&G toolboxMentioned in this episode:Writing Down the BonesThe Artist’s WayCultivator and Creator