The Paradox of Being an Artist, with Imari Tuakli
SUMMARY
The conversation explores the idea of making career shifts and finding fulfillment in life. The guest, Emari, shares his journey from working in the film industry to becoming a life coach and motivational speaker. They discuss the importance of self-awareness and staying connected to oneself as an artist. Emari emphasizes the need for artists to create from a place of authenticity and to prioritize their own well-being. They also touch on the challenges and pressures that come with success in the entertainment industry. Imari discusses his return to creating his own content and the importance of self-expression. He emphasizes the need to prioritize self-expression over external validation and the dangers of seeking validation through social media. Imari advises artists to establish good habits early, such as not reading comments or obsessing over follower counts. He encourages artists to focus on what is truly important to them and to optimize their actions based on their values. Imari also discusses the importance of freedom and self-acceptance in the creative process.
KEYWORDS
career shift, fulfillment, film industry, life coach, motivational speaker, self-awareness, authenticity, well-being, success, entertainment industry, self-expression, validation, social media, habits, values, freedom, self-acceptance
TAKEAWAYS
- It's possible to make a career shift and find fulfillment in a different field.
- Self-awareness and staying connected to oneself are crucial for artists.
- Authenticity and creative integrity are important for artists to maintain.
- Success in the entertainment industry can come with challenges and pressures.
- Prioritizing personal well-being is essential for sustainable creativity and fulfillment. Prioritize self-expression over external validation
- Establish good habits early, such as not reading comments or obsessing over follower counts
- Focus on what is truly important to you and optimize your actions based on your values
- Embrace freedom and self-acceptance in the creative process
TITLES
- Finding Fulfillment Through Career Shifts
- The Importance of Self-Awareness for Artists The Power of Self-Expression
- Prioritizing What Truly Matters
SOUND BITES
- "When the world is upside down, it's the artists who save us."
- "Life is a lot of suffering. We should counteract that with beauty."
- "To feel fulfilled, ask yourself what actually moves you."
- "I literally feel spiritually sick if I hold my ideas in."
- "Establish good habits now, like not reading comments no matter what."
- "Prioritize self-expression and you won't end up unfulfilled."
CHAPTERS
00:00
Introduction and Career Shifts
Introduction and Career Shifts
01:25
Connection and Location
Connection and Location
02:06
Work in the Film Industry
Work in the Film Industry
06:18
Shift in Career and Finding Fulfillment
Shift in Career and Finding Fulfillment
14:38
Fulfillment and the Illusion of Success
Fulfillment and the Illusion of Success
21:02
Staying Connected to Inspiration and Creativity
Staying Connected to Inspiration and Creativity
29:18
The Connection Between Physical and Mental Wellbeing
The Connection Between Physical and Mental Wellbeing
30:20
The Shift in Imari's Career
The Shift in Imari's Career
31:24
The Importance of Self-Expression
The Importance of Self-Expression
33:31
Navigating the Pressure of Social Media
Navigating the Pressure of Social Media
34:49
Establishing Good Habits and Prioritizing Self-Expression
Establishing Good Habits and Prioritizing Self-Expression
38:17
The Illusion of Viral Success
The Illusion of Viral Success
42:07
The Meaning of Freedom Fighter
The Meaning of Freedom Fighter
42:59
The Importance of Freedom and Self-Expression
The Importance of Freedom and Self-Expression
45:22
The Curiosity and Wonder of Children
The Curiosity and Wonder of Children
48:23
The Importance of Self-Acceptance
The Importance of Self-Acceptance
51:01
Supporting Artistically Minded Children
Supporting Artistically Minded Children
54:00
Encouraging Curiosity and Authenticity
Encouraging Curiosity and Authenticity
57:47
Working with Visionaries and Leaders
Working with Visionaries and Leaders
58:35
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Creators and Guests
Guest
Imari Tuakli
Imari is a self development coach for high performing leaders and creatives, who found himself depressed, despite going viral and becoming successful and respected in his field. He takes us on his journey of self discovery, and transition to a purpose driven life coach for those who have lost themselves.
