You’re the Creative Director of Your Life: How to Reclaim Your Power with Pia Leichter
Tue Feb 03 2026
What if creativity isn’t something you do, but something you are?
In this episode of The Small Victories Podcast, host Pauline Victoria is joined by Pia Leichter—founder of Kollektiv Studio and author of Welcome to the Creative Club—for a deeply energizing conversation about reclaiming your creative power, especially during times of transition, grief, or reinvention.
Pia shares how hitting rock bottom after a divorce and burnout led her to redefine creativity—not as art or output, but as a way of being. Through her story, she reminds us that we are all the writers, actors, and directors of our life’s story—and we get to choose the next scene. Whether you’re navigating midlife, craving reinvention, or just seeking more meaning in your day-to-day, this episode is your invitation to slow down, tune in, and consciously create what comes next.
Key Takeaways
Creativity isn’t a talent—it’s a way of being. You don’t need to be an artist to live creatively. Every choice, response, and perspective shift is a creative act.
You are the director, writer, and star of your life. You have the power to create your next “scene,” even in moments of uncertainty, transition, or fear.
Life is a process, not a performance. Reinvention, growth, and change are natural—and necessary—parts of the human experience.
Fear often gets loud on the edge of change. Don’t let it drive—let it ride in the backseat while you move forward with courage and curiosity.
Small scenes create big stories. Start with micro-moments of joy, presence, or expression to reawaken your creative energy.
The voice of intuition is quiet but wise. Learning to distinguish it from fear or conditioning is a lifelong, transformative practice.
Reflection Questions
What “scene” are you creatively directing next in your life—and what would it feel like to fully own it?
When was the last time you felt truly alive, and what did that moment teach you about what brings you joy or fulfillment?
📚 Connect with Pia Leichter
Website: kollektiv.studio
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pialeichter
Instagram: @pia.leichter
Substack / Field Notes: substack.com/@pialeichter
Grab Her Book:Welcome to the Creative Club – An invitation to reclaim your creative power and co-create your life with curiosity, intention, and heart.
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What if creativity isn’t something you do, but something you are? In this episode of The Small Victories Podcast, host Pauline Victoria is joined by Pia Leichter—founder of Kollektiv Studio and author of Welcome to the Creative Club—for a deeply energizing conversation about reclaiming your creative power, especially during times of transition, grief, or reinvention. Pia shares how hitting rock bottom after a divorce and burnout led her to redefine creativity—not as art or output, but as a way of being. Through her story, she reminds us that we are all the writers, actors, and directors of our life’s story—and we get to choose the next scene. Whether you’re navigating midlife, craving reinvention, or just seeking more meaning in your day-to-day, this episode is your invitation to slow down, tune in, and consciously create what comes next. Key Takeaways Creativity isn’t a talent—it’s a way of being. You don’t need to be an artist to live creatively. Every choice, response, and perspective shift is a creative act. You are the director, writer, and star of your life. You have the power to create your next “scene,” even in moments of uncertainty, transition, or fear. Life is a process, not a performance. Reinvention, growth, and change are natural—and necessary—parts of the human experience. Fear often gets loud on the edge of change. Don’t let it drive—let it ride in the backseat while you move forward with courage and curiosity. Small scenes create big stories. Start with micro-moments of joy, presence, or expression to reawaken your creative energy. The voice of intuition is quiet but wise. Learning to distinguish it from fear or conditioning is a lifelong, transformative practice. Reflection Questions What “scene” are you creatively directing next in your life—and what would it feel like to fully own it? When was the last time you felt truly alive, and what did that moment teach you about what brings you joy or fulfillment? 📚 Connect with Pia Leichter Website: kollektiv.studio LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pialeichter Instagram: @pia.leichter Substack / Field Notes: substack.com/@pialeichter Grab Her Book:Welcome to the Creative Club – An invitation to reclaim your creative power and co-create your life with curiosity, intention, and heart.