Well hey there, Craftonians! ✨
If you’ve been hanging out with me on the Happy Time Craftcast, you know we don’t just chat about glitter and glue (though let’s be real — I’ll never say no to a little sparkle!). We talk about creativity, heart, and the beautiful ways art helps us heal and connect. And this week’s guest — the radiant Dr. Sarah Seidelmann — brought so much joy, wisdom, and color into my day! 🌈
Before our chat, I was cozied up at Big Raven Farm, enjoying the late-fall quiet and feeling extra grateful that none of our toilets had exploded this season (we’re counting that as a big win, friends!). The vibe was peaceful, playful, and just right for a conversation all about creativity, soul work, and the healing power of color.
Getting to Know Sarah
Sarah is a fourth-generation physician turned shamanic healer, author, and artist whose life story feels like one big, beautiful collage — a blend of science, spirituality, and creative joy. After two decades in pathology, she felt a pull toward something deeper and began exploring the question, “What makes people well?”
Now, she helps others reconnect with wholeness through art, color, and playful rituals of self-expression. Her work is such a gorgeous reminder that well-being isn’t just about what’s broken — it’s about what’s beautifully alive.
She also introduced me to her wonderful project, the Pocket Vision Board — a deck of mini collages filled with images and affirmations that inspire joy, purpose, and possibility. It’s part creative play, part self-care, and all heart. 💕
What I Learned from Sarah
Talking with Sarah felt like a gentle, technicolor hug. She reminded me that creativity itself is a form of healing. You don’t need to sell your art, share it, or explain it — sometimes, the act of making is enough.
I loved when she said, “You don’t have to do anything with your art. Sometimes the making is the medicine.” Isn’t that just beautiful?
We also talked about impermanence — like how monks create stunning sand mandalas only to sweep them away. It’s such a freeing idea! To make something not for forever, but for right now. It’s a little lesson in letting go, and honestly, that’s something my glitter-loving heart needs to hear often.
Sarah’s perspective helped me remember that when we make with curiosity — not perfection — we reconnect with our truest, most joyful selves.
Why You’ll Love This Episode
If you’ve ever felt a little creatively blocked, tired, or in need of a soul recharge, this episode is a warm, sparkly invitation to come home to yourself. Sarah and I dive into:
🌈 The healing magic of color and creativity
🌿 How to make your own Pocket Vision Board for inspiration
🎨 Why creativity is medicine for the soul
💖 Letting go of perfection and creating just for joy
✨ The beauty of impermanence (and why sometimes the mess is the masterpiece)
So grab your tea, your favorite craft, and maybe your prettiest scraps of paper — because this conversation will leave you feeling inspired, grounded, and totally ready to make something from the heart.
Until next time, Craftonians — keep shining, keep creating, and remember: your creativity is your medicine. 💛
With love and laughter,
Joleen
PS: 🎥 Watch the full episode below:
Guest Bio
Sarah Seidelmann is a fourth-generation physician turned shamanic healer, author, and artist who helps people rediscover joy and wholeness through creativity and spirit. After two decades in medicine, she now teaches that true well-being comes from connection, self-expression, and curiosity.
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Episode Chapters with Timestamps
[0:00 — 06:29] — Joleen’s cheerful welcome + Big Raven Farm updates
[6:30 — 07:59] — Introduction of guest Dr. Sarah Seidelmann
[8:00 — 14:59] — Sarah’s fascinating journey
[15:00 — 29:59] — The Pocket Vision Board project explained
[30:00 — 39:59] — The spiritual beauty of impermanence (Tibetan sand art!)
[40:00 — 47:59] — How art helps us process emotions and reconnect with purpose
[48:00— End] — Final reflections: art as medicine and self-kindness as a practice 💕
Quotes from the Episode
“I used to be a professional disease hunter — now I’m interested in what makes people well.” – Sarah Seidelmann
“You don’t have to do anything with your art. Sometimes the making is the medicine.” – Sarah Seidelmann
“Our creativity was always meant to be a gift — something made in honor of someone else.” – Sarah Seidelmann
“Creativity brings health and vitality — it’s how we reconnect to joy.” – Joleen Emery
Resources and Links
🌿 Download Sarah’s Pocket Vision Board Guide – Create your own mini-collage deck full of intention and affirmation!
📚 Books by Sarah Seidelmann – Including Born to FREAK and The Book of Beasties
🧘 Big Raven Farm Retreats – Learn more about upcoming creative and yoga retreats at Big Raven Farm.
🛍️ Big Raven Yoga Black Friday Special – $50 off any yoga mat with code CROW50. Personalized mats available for the holidays!
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