Episode 1

“Values and Decisions: How to live with yourself”

(Begrudgingly naming this Episode 1, may it only be up from here)

In this episode, Micki explores how values can help you overcome decision paralysis and enhance decision-making, especially for creatives and those with chronic illnesses.

P.S. Micki wrote all the background music for this. The mixing is bad. Shes sorry.

00:00 Introduction to Mickey's Musical Musings

02:00 Exploring Values and Decision-Making

06:06 Decision Paralysis and Logic in Creativity

14:06 Using Values for Decision-Making

23:57 Living Beyond the To-Do List

Takeaways

-Values can act as a cushion for when decisions go wrong, providing comfort when things go awry.

-Self-awareness, Validation, and Procon Lists are nice, but they can only take you so far.

-Using a list of core values helps align choices with personal priorities.

-Decision paralysis can be mitigated by focusing on values rather than overanalyzing.

-Living according to your values can bring clarity and reduce anxiety and rumination.

Episode 0

"Convincing myself to start a podcast for 18 minutes."

(you can skip this one)

00:00 Spitballing, a "trial".

01:28 Talking as a hobby.

04:14 Hobbies as just hobbies.

07:28 A facade.

08:50 Curated v.s TikTok.

11:17 Michael Scott inpso moment.

11:35 Letting Go.

12:04 Raw and Real.

13:39 Classical perfectionism.

14:00 Therapy.

15:44 Your kinda free kid.

17:21 Thanks for listening.

Micki discusses her fears about starting a podcast, the value of authenticity, and embracing imperfection as a creative and human experience.

Takeaways

• Hobbies should be a refuge, not a measure of success.
• Authenticity and imperfection are vital for genuine creative expression.
• Self-doubt is a common barrier, but it can be overcome with practice.
• Sharing vulnerabilities can foster connection and reduce loneliness.
• Podcasts can be scary endeavours.