Are you incorporating magic into your creative practice? Today's guest, Yumi Sakugawa, is a comic book artist inspired by the universe and her own experiences as an Asian American woman. In this episode, Aileen and Yumi delve deep into creativity and darkness, how art pushes us towards an ideal future, and mindful morning routines.

In this episode we explore:

• 1:16 – Yumi's view of the world and universe
• 3:18 – Where Yumi's darkness and insecurities came from
• 5:33 – The evolution of art through self-loathing and experimentation
• 8:52 – Recurring themes in Yumi's art – cosmic magic, Asian American women, and self love
• 12:01 – Behind the scenes of Yumi's next book
• 15:32 – Yumi's magical morning routine
• 22:31 – How to stick to a morning ritual with intention

Links

• Website | www.yumisakugawa.com/
• Instagram | www.instagram.com/yumisakugawa/
• Twitter | twitter.com/yumisakugawa
• Facebook | www.facebook.com/yumiverse
• Newsletter | www.yumisakugawa.com/newsletter

Show Notes

• I Think I Am In Friend-Love With You
• Little Book of Life Hacks
• Marcella Kroll – Sacred Symbols deck
• The Artist's Way
• Leonie Dawson – Create Your Shining Year In Biz + Life workbook

Sponsor

• Skillshare | skillshare.com/aileen

Quotes

• “The best gift that you can give yourself is a lifelong daily meditation practice.”
• “This is a completely new day with completely new energy…”

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