In episode 11 of Originate Now, we're digging into a common roadblock that so many creatives face — imposter syndrome — and how it can sneak in just when you're on the edge of something great.

Host Jessica Higgins Chapman reflects on her own experience with imposter feelings during auditions, the power of improvisation, and the myth that you need to feel 100% ready before you start.

You’ll hear our quote of the week from Viola Davis, learn what imposter syndrome actually is from a research-based lens, and walk away with 4 science-backed strategies to shift your mindset and reclaim your creative confidence.

If you’ve ever delayed a project or sharing your work because you felt “not legit enough”… this one’s for you.

• Why imposter syndrome isn’t just in your head — it's rooted in both psychology and social perception
• Four science-backed strategies to help you overcome imposter syndrome and reclaim your creative confidence
• How the pressure of creative work can amplify self-doubt
• A personal story from Jess about her auditioning days
• Why waiting to 'feel ready' before you start creating is the real trap

Full Episode 11 Show Notes!

Quote of the Week: “I truly believe that the privilege of a lifetime is being who you are. Your ability to adapt to failure, and navigate your way out of it, absolutely 100 percent makes you who you are. There are no prerequisites to worthiness. You’re born worthy, and I think that’s a message a lot of women need to hear.” - Viola Davis (from her book Finding Me)

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• Finding Me by Viola Davis
• Carol Dweck on growth mindset

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In this week's episode of Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman dives into a powerful, science-backed habit-building strategy that actually helps your creativity stick: Implementation Intentions.

Rooted in behavioral psychology, this simple “if–then” planning method helps you bypass willpower, eliminate decision fatigue, and build habits that align with your real life!

In this Episode, We Discuss:

• Why vague goals (like “write more” or “be consistent”) don’t work
• The exact method to turn intention into action
• How to use cues from your day to anchor creative habits
• Real-world examples to help you apply this in your own creative process

Listen now if you’re ready to stop stalling and start showing up — consistently and creatively!

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Quote of the Week: “The more precisely you define what you intend to do, the more likely you are to do it.” — Dr. Peter Gollwitzer

Bonus Quote: “Many people think they lack motivation when what they really lack is clarity.” — James Clear (author of Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones)

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Inspired by the book Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative, Jessica Higgins Chapman explores one of the most liberating truths about the creative process: nothing is 100% original.

In this episode of Originate Now, learn how to remix your influences, trust your creative voice, and create meaningful work without feeling like you need to invent from scratch.

Plus, a personal reflection, actionable tips, and your creative challenge of the week.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why only chasing originality can block your creativity
• How to remix with integrity and intention
• How to trust your creative perspective
• Why your influences make your work stronger

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Quote of the Week: "What a good artist understands is that nothing comes from nowhere. All creative work builds on what came before. Nothing is completely original... Every new idea is just a mashup or remix of one or more previous ideas.” - Austin Kleon (from his book, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative)

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In this special birthday episode, I’m sharing a personal, creative reflection on what truly matters.

If you need some quick inspiration, a creative mindset shift, or if you’ve ever felt like you’ve checked all the boxes but still feel a little off… this episode is for you. I’m diving into 3 creative lessons I’ve learned this past year, as well as a few heartfelt reminders on what real success looks like.

• Why your creative rhythm is important
• How to let your creative projects evolve without guilt
• Why your nervous system is part of your process, not a barrier to it
• The powerful shift from performance to presence in your creative life
• What Maya Angelou taught me about real success
• How I'm defining success this year — and why it has nothing to do with checklists

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Over-editing. You know, that compulsion to tweak just one more thing, to hold back just a little longer — all under the illusion of “perfecting” your work. But what if the work is already good enough?

In this episode, Jessica Higgins Chapman opens up about her own cycle of over-editing and how fear, perfectionism, and identity can keep us stuck in the editing loop.

She walks you through how to know when your creative work is done, how to confidently release it into the world, and what powerful mindset shifts will help you break free of perfectionism (and the fear to hold on).

In this Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The real reasons creatives struggle to let go of their work
• 4 clear indicators your project is ready to release
• 3 signs you’re caught in the over-editing spiral
• How to create a “closure container” to finish with confidence
• How to define “enough” before you start your next project

Full Episode 7 Show Notes Here!

Quote of the Week: “Perfectionism is a twenty-ton shield that we lug around thinking it will protect us, when in fact it’s the thing that’s really preventing us from being seen.” — Brené Brown, Ph.D

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Journal Prompt Mentioned in the Episode:

• What fear is hiding behind my desire to perfect (or keep editing) a specific project? And what might become possible if I released it today?
• Take 10 minutes. Reflect on this.

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Juggling all the things? This episode is for you!

In this week's episode of Originate Now, learn how to take some things off your plate, and stay in your creative zone, by implementing the art of delegation and task management.

Jessica Higgins Chapman gives you practical, budget-friendly tools to help you identify what you should be doing vs. what you can offload — even if you don’t have a team or on a super tight budget. It’s time to stop doing it all and start doing what matters most for your creative process.

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

• Why creatives resist delegation (and how to reframe it)
• The 4-zone method to figure out what you should actually be doing
• Free and low-cost delegation tools for when you don’t have help
• Systems to manage tasks, streamline your workflow, and protect your focus

Full Episode 6 Show Notes!

Quote of the Week: “Deciding what not to do is as important as deciding what to do.” - Jessica Jackley, Co-Founder of Kiva

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*Use the 4-Zone Task Filter to audit your weekly to-do list (Listen to the breakdown in the show!)

Reflection Prompt: Take five minutes after this episode to list your weekly tasks and run them through the '4-Zone' filter. What lives in your zone of genius, and what could be delegated, automated, or just plain deleted?

*Listen to Episode 5, a companion episode, on 5 Must-Have Creative Workflow Tools for even more free (and helpful) systems!

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Feeling overwhelmed by all the tools out there, or unsure which ones actually support your creativity rather than drain it?

In this episode, Jessica Higgins Chapman is sharing 5 essential creative tools that she personally uses, to streamline both life and business.

Key Moments:

• 5 tools that actually make a difference in planning, creating, showing up, and staying inspired
• Each tool is designed to help you organize your thoughts, manage your time, and express your creativity effectively
• How structure in creativity is important and can benefit you day-to-day, allowing for more creative flow
• Why personal rituals are significant and fosters creativity

Quote of the Week: "Structure allows for spontaneity. Without structure, there's just chaos." Twyla Tharp (author of The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life)

Book Mentioned: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

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If you haven't tried these tools yet, this is the perfect time to experiment and see what gives you the most energy, helps you stay focused, and provides the best clarity in your creative process.

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If you’ve ever identified mostly with your job title or creative output, this episode is for you!

This week on Originate Now, Jessica Higgins Chapman explores the concept of identity beyond job titles, emphasizing the importance of recognizing oneself beyond professional roles.

It’s time to break free from labels and redefine who you are on your own terms, so you can create from a place of authenticity.

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

• Why creatives often tie their worth to their roles and titles, and how it can leave you feeling lost without them
• How to separate your identity from your job title
• What it looks like to create a personal identity, and find your true essence, that evolves with you
• The connection between authenticity and sustainable creativity

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Full Episode 4 Show Notes!

Quote of the Week: Answering the question, "What do you do?" ... has come to stand in for, "Who are you?" - Neha Ruch (author of The Power Pause book)

There's a false equivalence between doing and being.

Book Mentioned: The Power Pause by Neha Ruch

References:

• Neha Ruch Quote
• Burke, P. J., & Stets, J. E. (2009). Identity Theory.
• Kernis, M. H., & Goldman, B. M. (2006). A Multicomponent Conceptualization of Authenticity: Theory and Research.

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