If you've ever felt a lack of confidence to pursue your dreams, or keep listening to the voices that tell you you won't succeed in realizing your goals then this conversation is for you. My friend Drina is a Telly Award-winning director, is very accomplished, but her past kept getting in the way of her going after her biggest dream: To write a children's book. Is it really time and money that get in the way of us following our dreams? Or is it a narrative and identity that we've bought into? Alexandrina talks about the process of writing and releasing her first children's book, 'The Pranky Monkey'. We talk about the realities of living and being a creative in Los Angeles, revealing the true essence of the city and the necessary healing journey tied to pursuing your dreams here. Tears are shed. Laughter is shared. This conversations offers a glance into the commingled world of creativity and healing.
Chapters
00:39 Drina’s Creative Journey Writing A Children's Book
01:18 Overcoming Childhood Traumas through Writing & Creativity
02:43 The Struggle with Self-Doubt and Procrastination In Life and During The Creative Process
03:14 Reflecting on Childhood Dreams and Aspirations
04:11 The Challenge of Acknowledging Success
04:58 The Constant Pursuit of Achievement
06:05 The Importance of Self-Acknowledgement
06:29 Exploring Cultural Heritage and Identity
09:56 The Struggle with Acceptance and Self-Expression
11:38 The Power of Resilience and Perseverance
20:04 The Role of Support and Encouragement
25:39 Navigating the Challenges of Hollywood
34:49 Future Goals and Aspirations
Connect with Drina✨
🫶🏼Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drinaandre?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
🫶🏼Get her children's book "The Prankey Monkey" 📖 : https://www.amazon.com/Pranky-Monkey-Alexandrina-Andre/dp/B0CG7SK21J