Your Art is Giving You A Choice: What Will You Do With It?

Your Art is Giving You A Choice: What Will You Do With It?

Author: Christopher J. Miller September 16, 2026 Duration: 13:32
What if your artwork isn’t something to analyze or fix, but something that can help you recognize yourself? During a recent Spiritual Artist Retreat in Santa Fe, I took part in an exercise I usually facilitate for others: physically walking a shape I had discovered in nature. What happened surprised me. In the rigidity of a stone and the delicate lichen growing across its surface, I recognized something about the way I move through my own life—and I felt that recognition in my body before I c...

Hosted by artist and writer Christopher J. Miller, The Spiritual Artist Podcast moves beyond traditional definitions to explore the profound connection between creative practice and inner life. Here, an "artist" is anyone who approaches their discipline-whether painting, writing, teaching, or any other form-with conscious presence and inspiration. Each episode features conversations with spiritual artists and thought leaders, delving into their personal stories of enlightenment and growth. These discussions reveal how the very act of making art serves as a powerful catalyst for emotional and spiritual development, fostering a more holistic sense of self. Rather than focusing on technique alone, this podcast uncovers the transformative journey embedded within the creative process. Listeners will find themselves immersed in authentic narratives that examine how a dedicated practice can deepen one's connection to the world and to something greater. Through these shared experiences, the series offers a unique space for reflection on how creativity shapes our understanding of meaning, purpose, and connection. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration at the intersection of art, spirit, and daily life.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

The Spiritual Artist Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Escape Anxiety Through Writing and Movement with Poet J.K. Kennedy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:22
What if relief doesn’t come from fixing your thoughts, but from moving your body and putting words on the page? In this episode of The Spiritual Artist Podcast, CJ Miller sits down with poet Jodie Kennedy, an observer, m…
Art, Presence, and Spiritual Independence with Rabbi Rami Shapiro [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:29
In this wide-ranging and deeply human conversation, CJ sits down with Rabbi Rami Shapiro—award-winning author of more than three dozen books, longtime contributor to Spirituality & Health Magazine, and co-founder of the…
Rewind: Protecting Energetic Sensitivity through body-led awareness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:04
In this Rewind episode, CJ reflects on what stayed with him after his recent conversation with intuitive artist Cameron Cohen. While re-listening to the interview, he shares a new morning ritual of doodling and how it de…
Why Intuitive Artists Trust Goosebumps with Artist Cameron Cohen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:56
In this deeply embodied conversation, CJ is joined by Cameron Cohen, a Los Angeles–based intuitive artist known for her Manifestation Paintings—custom works created as living tools for clarity, alignment, and intention.…
This Is Why Sensitive People Get Overwhelmed (And What to Do Instead) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:15
After the recent events in Venezuela, I noticed my mind looping and my body tightening. I’ve always considered empathy a strength—but every strength has a shadow side. When sensitivity turns into over-identification, it…
This Wasn’t Planned — A Live Session on Chronic Pain and Healing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:43
In this special podcast episode, CJ turns on the record button during one of his real counseling sessions with breathwork and Somatic Experiencing specialist Jonathan Schechter, offering listeners an intimate look into e…
Pain, Presence, and Walking Each Other Home with CJMiller [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:31
In this end-of-year episode, CJ reflects on the highlights and growth points that shaped his 2025. He speaks openly about “hitting the wall” when chronic pain entered his life, and how choosing to share his struggle crea…
See the World Through the Artist’s Lens with Matt Kaplinsky [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:57
Dallas-based painter Matt Kaplinsky captures the spirit of place through a warm, folksy impressionism that blends nature, memory, and imagination. A self-taught artist inspired by Matisse, Van Gogh, and Bonnard, Matt pai…