Cathy Freeman Art

06/03/2026

Today I decided to go exploring through an antique shop and, of course, found a few treasures I simply could not live without. There’s just something about old things with stories tucked inside them.

While checking out, I learned that the cashier was taking an art appreciation class and was just beginning her own journey of discovering art. Her face lit up as she talked about it, and she said she absolutely loved it.

I left the store, but as I walked away, I felt a little tug in my heart to go back.

I carry a small art bag with me almost everywhere I go—filled with little creative projects I can work on while I’m out and about. I had just finished a fun piece, and without overthinking it, I handed it to her and told her I thought she could use it as a bookmark.

The smile on her face was such a beautiful moment.

I have never been so grateful for art. Not just because it creates beautiful things, but because it gives us simple ways to connect, encourage, and offer unexpected kindness to someone else.

Sometimes creativity becomes more than art.

Sometimes it becomes a gift.

06/03/2026

Today I decided to go exploring through an antique shop and, of course, found a few treasures I simply could not live without. There’s just something about old things with stories tucked inside them.

While checking out, I learned that the cashier was taking an art appreciation class and was just beginning her own journey of discovering art. Her face lit up as she talked about it, and she said she absolutely loved it.

I left the store, but as I walked away, I felt a little tug in my heart to go back.

I carry a small art bag with me almost everywhere I go—filled with little creative projects I can work on while I’m out and about. I had just finished a fun piece, and without overthinking it, I handed it to her and told her I thought she could use it as a bookmark.

The smile on her face was such a beautiful moment.

I have never been so grateful for art. Not just because it creates beautiful things, but because it gives us simple ways to connect, encourage, and offer unexpected kindness to someone else.

Sometimes creativity becomes more than art.

Sometimes it becomes a gift.

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05/19/2026

Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that keeping everyone happy meant we were doing life “right.”
So we soften our opinions…
avoid tension…
say yes when we mean no…
and slowly lose touch with ourselves in the process.

Trying to be liked can quietly turn into performing for approval instead of living honestly.
Even in creativity, we can begin asking:
“Will they like this?”
instead of:
“Is this true to me?”
This week’s podcast is about gently finding your way back to your own voice again.

05/02/2026

Ever feel like you went from calm… to WHAT just happened?! in two seconds flat? 😅
Welcome to the battle of the brains…
🎧 Episode 29: Upstairs Brain vs. Downstairs Brain
In this episode, we’re talking about why we react the way we do—and how in the moment, we’re usually pulling from one of two places:
✨ faith and truth
or
😬 fear and overwhelm
The good news? You can actually learn to notice which “brain” is in charge… and gently shift your response.

05/01/2026

04/18/2026

Easy way to stop feeling frustrated with someone. This weeks podcast. On Apple and my website