Скачать или смотреть From Brain Injury to Artistic Breakthrough: Cheri Carandanis' Story | Honest Art Podcast Episode 118

Meet Cheri Carandanis, artist, Studio Elite member, and traumatic brain injury survivor. Her remarkable story is one the world needs to hear. In this episode, you’ll see how embracing discomfort and trusting intuition can lead to a new identity and purpose, even after life-altering challenges.

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// SHOWNOTES
Studio Elite Mentorship Introduction (00:00:00)
Jodie introduces her mentorship program, Studio Elite, and shares success stories from past participants.

Cheri’s Nursing and Military Career (00:03:41)
Cheri describes her 25-year nursing career, military service during 9/11, and transition to hospice work.

Traumatic Brain Injuries and Cognitive Impact (00:07:52)
Cheri recounts her two brain injuries in 2019, the resulting cognitive and physical challenges, and retiring from nursing.

Creative Therapy Recommendation (00:11:10)
Cheri’s neurologist and psychologist recommend creative activities to stimulate her brain’s right side. Cheri shares her initial resistance

Developing Intuition and Mind-Body Connection (00:19:06)
Cheri learns to trust her intuition and be present in her body, a new experience after her injury.

Artistic Growth and Studio Elite Experience (00:22:09)
Jodie and Cheri discuss Cheri’s expressive art, growth in Studio Elite, and the importance of introspection.

Mindset Work and the “Mind Movie” (00:24:47)
Cheri describes mindset exercises, creating a “mind movie,” and how it led to unexpected travel and life changes.

Art and Brain Healing Confirmed by Doctors (00:28:13)
Cheri’s doctor confirms that large-scale painting helped her brain heal physically and cognitively.

Transitioning to Art as a Business (00:32:17)
Cheri explains how encouragement from her husband and father led her to consider selling her art.

Studio Elite Takeaways: Community and Confidence (00:41:05)
Cheri highlights the value of community, Jodie’s generosity, and increased confidence from critiques and support.

Mindset, Honesty, and Artistic Intuition (00:42:54)
The importance of mindset, honesty in art, and developing a relationship with intuition is emphasized.

Closing Thoughts and Contact Information (00:50:36)
Cheri shares how to find her online, encourages listeners to trust their intuition, and Jodie wraps up the episode.

Workshop Announcement (00:52:58)
Jodie announces upcoming art workshops and encourages listeners to join for artistic growth.

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