In episode 18 of Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman discusses the often lengthy and long road to finishing creative work — why it takes time, why that’s not a bad thing, the significance of defining success beyond immediate outcomes, and how to make peace with the pace of your own creative journey.

Whether you're writing a script, building a brand, or reshaping your creative identity… the finish line can feel far away. And that’s okay. Creativity is a long game — and your success unfolds over time.

Today, we explore what creative success really looks like, how to stay grounded when progress feels slow, and how to find more meaning (and momentum) in the in-between.

In This Episode, Jess Discusses:

• How to trust the long road instead of comparing your pace to others
• The mindset shift from racing, to finishing with rhythm and consistency
• What real creative success looks like beyond recognition or sales
• Practical ways to stay motivated when the finish line feels far away
• The importance of building a body of work and developing your unique voice
• Why you’re not behind — and how to honor the season you’re in

Quote of the Week: "All great achievements require time.” - Maya Angelou

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In this episode of Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman explores the art and psychology of reinvention and why it’s never too late to reimagine your life, your work, or your creative identity.

From identity shifts to creative pivots, she shares how each version of you is a part of your evolving journey, and why reinvention is less about starting over, and more about remembering who you really are.

You’ll also learn a little science behind “becoming who you want to be,” plus a creative challenge to help you reconnect with your next chapter in a grounded, soul-centered way.

We're becoming always, in all ways... take a listen!

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• What “reinvention” really means
• How to release old identities and make space for your next chapter
• The psychology behind becoming — self-concept clarity and the science of aligned action

Quote of the Week: "We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” - Maya Angelou

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In today’s episode, Jessica Higgins Chapman dives into a timely and personal topic: how to keep creating and stay inspired when life feels uncertain. Whether it’s career changes, personal transitions, or the heaviness of what’s happening in the world, we all face waves of uncertainty — when the future feels shaky and creativity feels hard to reach.

Listen now, to hear Jess give a personal story, prompts and three psychology-backed tools to help you ground your nervous system, reframe uncertainty, and reconnect to meaning through your art and work.

In this Episode, Jess Discusses:

• Why uncertainty can both hinder and enhance creativity
• Grounding rituals that help your brain feel “safe enough to create”
• "Shrinking the frame” and rebuilding creative momentum into small steps
• The Maybe Mindset — a powerful mental reframe inspired by psychologist Ellen Langer Ph.D. to help you soften fear and expand possibility

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Research Links:

1. Intolerance of Uncertainty and Worry
2. Navigating Uncertainty
3. The Reciprocal Relationship Between Openness and Creativity
4. Confronting the Negativity Bias

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If You Loved This Episode: Please leave us a five star rating (it's super easy, just tap the five stars!), follow our show, and share the podcast! Send it to a friend who needs a reminder that their creativity matters.

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