Episode 46 - Inspired by Special Interests – Turning Passion Into Creative Power
Mon Apr 14 2025
In this heartfelt episode of Mending Creatively, Jen opens up about the intense, beautiful, and sometimes isolating world of special interests—especially through a neurodivergent lens. If you've ever fallen deeply in love with a topic, a person, a band, or a fictional universe, and felt both joy and shame about how much it meant to you—this one's for you.
Jen explores how special interests can be both a refuge and a launching pad. She offers gentle, practical ways to transform that all-consuming love into creative expression and connection—without guilt or pressure to be anything but yourself.
What a special interest feels like from the inside
The double-edged sword of safety vs. isolation
How to lovingly shift from hiding to creating
Practical tips and creative exercises to channel your passion into art
The power of mood boards, rituals, and sharing without pressure
Neurodivergent experiences of creativity and love
You’re not broken for loving something deeply.Your passion is not too much.It’s your superpower—and it deserves to live outside of you, too.
Follow Jen on Instagram at @mendingcreativelyHave a topic you’d love to hear covered? Send a DM or message through the link in bio!
💛 What You'll Hear:🛠️ Mentioned in This Episode:🦋 A Reminder:💌 Connect:
Follow Jen on Instagram at @mendingcreativelyHave a topic you’d love to hear covered? Send a DM or message through the link in bio!
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In this heartfelt episode of Mending Creatively, Jen opens up about the intense, beautiful, and sometimes isolating world of special interests—especially through a neurodivergent lens. If you've ever fallen deeply in love with a topic, a person, a band, or a fictional universe, and felt both joy and shame about how much it meant to you—this one's for you. Jen explores how special interests can be both a refuge and a launching pad. She offers gentle, practical ways to transform that all-consuming love into creative expression and connection—without guilt or pressure to be anything but yourself. What a special interest feels like from the inside The double-edged sword of safety vs. isolation How to lovingly shift from hiding to creating Practical tips and creative exercises to channel your passion into art The power of mood boards, rituals, and sharing without pressure Neurodivergent experiences of creativity and love You’re not broken for loving something deeply.Your passion is not too much.It’s your superpower—and it deserves to live outside of you, too. Follow Jen on Instagram at @mendingcreativelyHave a topic you’d love to hear covered? Send a DM or message through the link in bio! 💛 What You'll Hear:🛠️ Mentioned in This Episode:🦋 A Reminder:💌 Connect: Follow Jen on Instagram at @mendingcreativelyHave a topic you’d love to hear covered? Send a DM or message through the link in bio!