Send us a textWhat is creative wellness? How do creativity and wellness intersect, and why is this so important—especially now? In this episode of How the Wise One Grows, Holly Zajur and Kelly Eberle sit down with guest Preston Slaughter to explore how creative wellness is a powerful tool for healing, resilience, and reimagining the world we need today.In a world that often feels overwhelming, we discuss:What is creativity, and when did it first show up in our lives?What blocks creativity? Unpacking perfectionism, societal expectations, & fearWhat is creative wellness? How creativity supports mental, emotional, & physical well-beingWhy creative wellness is a necessary antidote to today’s challengesThe impact of play, imagination, and intuition in reclaiming creative expressionHow creativity extends beyond art—into how we build our lives and communitiesOur upcoming Creative Wellness Retreat in Costa Rica!Creative wellness isn’t just about making art—it’s about living creatively, embracing play, and using imagination as a tool for growth. In this episode, we talk about how creative expression can help process emotions, cultivate resilience, and reimagine new possibilities—whether through movement, storytelling, mindfulness, or daily rituals. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not creative”—this episode is for you. 🎧Join Us in Costa Rica for the Creative Wellness Retreat!Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, November 9-14, 2025Daily yoga, meditation, and movementHands-on creative workshops (ceramics, watercolor, collage, and more!)Connection with nature, yourself, and a like-minded communitySpace to rest, explore, and reignite your creative sparkNo experience necessary—everyone is creative!Early Bird Pricing Ends March 31st!🔗 Sign up & bring a friend for a special buddy discount: Waves of Creativity retreat in Costa Rica🎧 Listen Now & Reignite Your Creative Spark!28 Day Creative Wellness Challenge E-Workbook- Use the code KEEPCREATING for 15% off!Waves of Creativity retreat in Costa RicaSongwriting coSupport the showFollow @howthewiseonegrows and @hollyzajur on Instagram for more and check out more offerings online. Join the ~*Dream Team*~ to support the podcast!Get the 28 Day Creative Wellness Challenge E-Workbook- Use the code KEEPCREATING for 15% off! Work 1:1 with Holly through mentorship & coachingJoin the FREE *Creative Wellness Collective* to continue the conversations we have on the podcast with fellow listeners!Give the gift that keeps on giving-- Custom Meditations!Episode sponsored by Connect Wellness. Connect Wellness empowers people with tools to connect with themselves, others, and the present moment.Be wise-- sign up to be the first to know what's next!