
Creative Ache
The Creative Ache podcast, hosted by singer-songwriter and composer Borin Doulos, is where we discuss the God-given passion, pain, and purpose for the creative individual.
Episodes
20 episodes
The Dopamine Connection: Fostering Artistic Drive
Imagine having the power to tap into your brain's chemistry to unleash your creativity. That's what we're promising in this enlightening exploration, where we uncover the pivotal role dopamine plays in our creative processes, fueling our ambiti...
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17:00

Overcoming Jealousy as Creative Artists
Join us in this insightful podcast episode as we explore the destructive nature of jealousy and how it impacts our creative output from a biblical perspective. We'll uncover the effects of jealousy on our creativity, including stifled inspirati...
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14:04

Imagination: God's Design for Artistic Encounter
In this episode, we explore the power of the imagination as a way for God to communicate with us as individuals and to work through us as artists. Drawing from a teaching by C.S. Lewis and dream where Borin was shown a younger version of himsel...
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13:06

Building Community as an Artist: Why It Matters and How to Do It
In this episode of Creative Ache, we explore the topic of building community as an artist from a biblical and Christian worldview. Our host shares personal experiences of working with others in community versus working alone, and the challe...
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15:01

How Do I Get Over Writer's Block?!
Today we are discussing a subject that was requested by an artisan who asked the question, "how do I get over writer's block!?" Borin discusses his personal experience with this common challenge, and the remedy that revolutionized his cre...
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13:48

"Emerald Rainbow" -- Behind the Song
This special episode marks the release of A Journey in Rest's new acoustic instrumental album, Graceful Guitar. Borin talks about the creative process and ideation behind the 4th song on the album, "Emerald Rainbow." This song puts ...
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11:33

"Ended Seas" -- Behind the Song
Listeners of this podcast episode will hear about Borin's upcoming instrumental acoustic album called Graceful Guitar, which will be released on March 31st on all music streaming platforms. Borin shares that this album is a collection of 7 song...
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9:30

"If Clouds Had Names" -- Behind the Song
Listeners of this podcast episode will hear about Borin's upcoming instrumental acoustic album called Graceful Guitar, which will be released on March 31st on all music streaming platforms. Borin shares that this album is a collection of 7 song...
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8:40

200 Year-old Art that is Still Creating
Borin shares the story of an artistic experience he had on his birthday that helped him understand how the art that we create continues to replicate. This will encourage and inspire creative individuals to continue creating despite any setbacks...
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16:23

"Grace for Tomorrow" -- Behind the Song
Listeners of this podcast episode will hear about Borin's upcoming instrumental acoustic album called Graceful Guitar, which will be released on March 31st on all music streaming platforms. Borin shares that this album is a collection of 7 song...
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6:20

The Responsibility of Creativity: Lessons from the Parable of the Talents
In this episode, we explore the Biblical parable of the talents and its relevance to our creative abilities. We dive into the idea that God has given us all unique creative abilities and it is our responsibility to use them faithfully. You'll h...
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19:28

March 2nd Special: God Saved My Life and Creative Assignment
This is a special episode recorded impromptu where Borin testifies about how God saved his life from a deathly attack, but gave him a dream about it in advance. The dream not only contained a personal message for Borin about what was to c...
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21:07

The Dream that Changed My Creative Life
In this podcast episode, Borin shares a dream he had that completely transformed the way he views creativity as a gift and assignment from God. He shares the dream with listeners and explains how it changed his perspective and how he functions ...
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23:46

Frequency: The Mode of Creation
In this episode of the Creative Ache podcast, we explore the scientific concept of frequency and how it relates to artistic expression. Whether it's the sound of music, the color of light, the way something smells or tastes, or any other artist...
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26:24

Faithfully Stewarding Creativity
This episode is a clip from the Bible Walk Podcast, where Borin and his wife Ashley are interviewed by their friend Lazaro Cruz.Hear from both Ashley and Borin on the struggles and triumphs of the creative journeys, how God made us all ...
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24:04

Such a Time as This -- Esther 4:14 Series pt. 4
Empower your creative expression with the power of time. This is the final episode in our series based on the message to creatives in Esther 4:14. We will explore the idea that we have been placed in this world for a specific...
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21:06

From Another Place — Esther 4:14 Series pt. 3
This is the third episode in our series based on the message to creatives in Esther 4:14. We are talking about how God views our creative assignment, how He will hold us accountable, and the negative consequences of being unfaithf...
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16:50

Lift Up Your Voice — Esther 4:14 Series pt. 2
This is the second episode in our series based on the message to creatives in Esther 4:14. Today's episode is about the uniqueness of your "voice" -- your form of creative expression. God designed your particular artistic ta...
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