Tranquility du Jour #14: Creative Magic
Season 2
Welcome to Season 2 of Tranquility du Jour, where we explore the joys and challenges of midlife. Join us for inspiring guests, practical tips, and space for meaningful reflections.
In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Jamie Ridler on:
The Freedom of Midlife: Jamie emphasizes the joy of giving fewer "Fs" in midlife, embracing the freedom to express yourself authentically, and letting go of societal pressures. This stage of life offers a chance to show up more boldly and unapologetically.
Creativity in Everyday Life: Creativity isn't confined to the arts—it’s in daily choices like what to wear, how to arrange your space, or even how you express yourself in conversations. By noticing and nurturing everyday creativity, you can reconnect with your sense of beauty and joy.
The Power of Movement and Play: Jamie highlights the importance of moving your body daily, whether through dancing, walking, or yoga. She encourages exploring small, playful practices like dancing to a single song as a way to foster joy and keep your body and mind engaged.
Finding Tranquility Through Silence: In the midst of constant stimulation, Jamie found tranquility by embracing silence and being fully present in the moment. Whether it’s listening to your surroundings, petting a cat, or simply pausing, these moments of connection can bring a profound sense of calm.
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Our Guest: Jamie Ridler
Jamie Ridler MA CPCC is a creative coach with over 20 years of experience helping highly sensitive creatives find the clarity, courage and confidence to go from painfully hiding their light to fully embracing their artistic spirit and living their life as their studio.
Founder of The School of Creative Magic, Jamie's approach to coaching, courses and content has helped awaken the creative spirit in artistic hearts around the world. The Huffington Post called Jamie “One of the Top Five Women Podcasters You Must Listen To” and she has been consulted as a guest expert for articles at Psychology Today and Spirituality & Health. She is particularly proud of her Give a Girl a Journal initiative which put journals in the hands of girls across Canada and the US, the UK, India, Australia and more.
A multidisciplinary creative artist herself, Jamie is a writer, a collage artist, a lifelong dancer with an MA in theatre and training in Expressive Arts. She recently become a DJ and now brings her deep understanding of the creative spirit to the dance floor. She is also the creator of The Studio Yearbook, a seasonal journal full of inspiring creative practices. Jamie lives in Toronto with her beloved husband and three Studio Kittens.
Find Our Guest
Website The School of Creative Magic
Instagram @starshyne
Facebook Jamie Ridler Studios
YouTube The School of Creative Magic
Previous podcast on Jamie’s show and on Tranquility du Jour (#201)
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Podcast Host: Kimberly
Kimberly Wilson is a psychotherapist, author of seven lifestyle books, and host of the Tranquility du Jour podcast. She also serves as president of the Pigs & Pugs Project.
With over 25 years of experience, Kimberly is dedicated to helping midlife women find balance and beauty in their lives. She holds master’s degrees in Women’s Studies and Social Work and has been featured in publications such as Huffington Post, The Washington Post, and Cosmopolitan.
Living in Washington, DC with her rescue pugs and longtime partner, Kimberly shares her passion for tranquility, ballet, loving her 50s, and more at kimberlywilson.com.