When Past Mistakes Haunt Your Creative Future

21/10/2025 24 min Temporada 3 Episodio 92
When Past Mistakes Haunt Your Creative Future

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Episode Synopsis

Do you ever catch yourself replaying old mistakes on a loop? That late-night overthinking about a client meeting, a missed opportunity, or a creative decision you wish you’d handled differently? Rumination often feels like problem-solving, but neuroscience shows it’s actually your brain stuck in a feedback trap that drains focus and blocks creativity.In this episode, we unpack the brain science behind rumination and share practical ways to break the cycle so you can stop dwelling on the past and move forward with clarity and creative energy.You'll learn:Why rumination tricks your brain into thinking you’re problem-solving.How overthinking hijacks your mental energy and future creativity.Four simple, neuroscience-backed strategies to break free from the rumination loop to reclaim your creative focus!It's time to stop replaying those old mistakes and use your brain’s energy to fuel creativity instead of anxious overthinking! LET'S ROCK!Jamie Roberts is a Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner and ex-Sr. Creative Director + Designer with 20 yrs. of experience in both agency & in-house environments. Jamie bridges the gap between neuroscience and creativity by teaching commercial creatives how to self-promote with confidence, and rewire their minds to rediscover the happiness and energy that may be missing in their careers. Check her out here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/