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In today's show, Ward dives deep into the tricky terrains and the lurking shadows of jealousy and insecurity that often hold us back. We explore the dynamics between personal alignment and the influences from family, friends, coworkers, and others. We share examples of individuals who have "dared to want more" and the outcomes they created. By daring to want more, "more" meaning whatever it is you want more of, we unlock the gates to create, achieve, and experience more. Join us on this journey of MORE! You deserve it!

Ward and Sean talk about curiosity and discovery and how that fuels and builds creativity in all aspects of life. Ward shares models from UX design for creative thinking: the Drawbackwards design thinking wheel and a high-level overview of empathy mapping. Anyone who wants to build creative muscle and skill can use these ideas to refine their own approach to personal and professional creation and development.

Guest GG LeMere has built a successful design business, Smidge Design while balancing family and personal commitments. In this episode, Ward and GG discuss many things they have learned by subtracting areas in their lives and businesses in order to add to them. As you work to build your own 10 out of 10 life, this episode will inspire you to find areas where you can subtract from your life, in order to add the right things to it!

Who are the people in your life who can help you, support you, hold you accountable, and help motivate you to achieve your desired 10 out of 10 life? We like to call this your personal advisory board! In this episode, learn how to develop your group of special people who will help you find your way. Ward discusses attributes of his own tribe who collaborate with him to build and grow each other in a healthy way.

Comparison is the thief of joy. Find inspiration from the things you see and notice around you, as opposed to feeling inadequate or let down by your inability to be like someone else. No two people are alike, and that's your power. Ward breaks down the ways you are unique and how you can boost your confidence to create a 10 out of 10 life in place of comparing yourself to others.

How can you reset your brain? TRAVEL! In this episode, Ward talks about all things travel and the creative benefits that can come from stepping away from the everyday grind and coming back to it with a fresh perspective. We discuss travel hacks, trip experiences, and all the ways travel can reset your brain and boost your creativity.

Ward and guest GG LeMere from Smidge Design talk about challenges in creativity and how to overcome them. GG shares times when she's found a creative outcome despite limitations. Ward and GG discover together ways to be positive and proactive in using creativity to make life better.

We continue in our series of Creating a 10 out of 10 Life! This week we focus on creating an artistic vision. Ward talks about what it takes to develop and carry out your artistic vision, whether it's with music, cooking, entrepreneurship, or artwork. There will be pain, discomfort, challenges, and setbacks as you pursue creative ideas but Ward unlocks valuable techniques and approaches to help you work through the failures and setbacks.

Having a vision for what you want to create and build is vital to success. In this episode, Ward breaks down how to get in the right mindset to create a 10 out of 10 vision for your business. Diving deep into purpose, mission, and values and how these contribute to the vision you create for your business.

We dive deep into creating a personal vision to achieve the 10 out of 10 life that you want. It's different for everybody. Life presents us with many challenges and learning to navigate those challenges can be difficult. Ward talks about the ways you can be who you truly want to be and do what you truly want to do using creativity in everyday life. Having a personal vision for what you want to achieve is one of the first steps in creating a 10 out of 10 life. 

We are onto something new here at Create Forward! Creating a 10 out of 10 Life! Improving your overall life is possible through creativity. We hope that you join us as we kick off this journey of using creativity to improve all aspects of your life. Your 10 out of 10 life is acheivable and Ward Andrews has some amazing insights to help you accomplish more.

Destroying Fear is what happens when you Create Forward! Fear is everywhere and shows up in our everyday lives. We all have to face it. So what do you do with it? How do you acknowledge and overcome it? In this episode, Ward breaks down fear and talks about the ways you can Create Forward and face your fears.

Whether you are a parent, a business owner, an artist, or a first responder, these creative hacks can help you make improvements in your life and reach a higher level of creative confidence. In this episode, we discuss hacks like Speak as if it's already occurred, Expecting great parking spots, benefits of AI, and more!

THE PHOENIX SUNS! We love basketball, business and creativity. Being based in the Valley of the Sun, we love the Suns! On this episode Ward & Sean discuss the mindset, intention and creativity seen from Matt Ishbia and James Jones. We break down the risk and reward of decisions made to bring Kevin Durant to Phoenix, coming up short to the NBA Champs, our new head coach Frank Vogel and all the recent Bradley Beal trade.

When pursuing creativity there are some essential ingredients to getting successful results. Clarity, Curiosity, and Intention. In this episode we focus on Clarity and how you can achieve greater clarity in life and in your creative pursuits.

More Creativity Hacks! Whether you are a parent, a business owner, an artist, or a first responder, these creative hacks can help you make improvements in your life and reach a higher level of creative confidence. Learn how to refocus your efforts with the Stop / Start / Continue method.

On this episode, we are talking all about how you can apply creativity in your daily life. How does creativity apply to friendships, learning in school, and with travel? We've wrapped up everything that goes into the Creative Wheel! If you want a worksheet for the Creative Wheel go to wardandrews.com to download it for free.

The Creativity Wheel keeps on rolling! In this episode, we talk about inspiration and how it fits in the wheel. Inspiration is all around us in so many forms and in so many places. One of Ward's biggest inspirations in music is Taylor Swift. We chat about the amazing things Taylor does to inspire people all over the world to create music and pursue their dreams.

In this episode of Create Forward for Elite Creators, host Ward Andrews delves deep into the essence of personal and professional growth, exploring the pivotal concepts of expansion, abundance mindset, and the journey from vision to execution. With a special focus on Carol Dweck's groundbreaking work on fixed and growth mindsets, Ward illuminates how these mindsets shape our approach to challenges, learning, and success. Through engaging discussions and insightful analysis, this episode promises to equip creators with the tools and perspectives needed to foster a growth mindset, embrace ...

In this episode of the Create Forward Show, Ward and Sean explore the profound connection between creative actions and the universal law of karma. This episode dives into how our everyday choices, from tipping to treating others with respect, can ripple back to us in unexpected ways. We discuss the concept of karma not just as a system of cosmic retribution, but as a dynamic energy exchange that shapes our lives and destinies. We examine how commitment and intention can create opportunities and abundance, while a lack of these can lead to chaos and misery. They emphasize the importance of ...