249 | Using Creativity & Art As Spiritual Practice with CJ Miller

In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with CJ, a resilient soul who has journeyed through the highs and lows of life to find his true calling. Nearly fifty years ago, a traumatizing experience with a Carnegie Mellon art teacher led CJ to abandon his artistic talents. Simultaneously, coming to terms with his sexuality in his late teens resulted in him walking away from the Catholic Church and his faith. This double blow of rejection from both his artistic and spiritual worlds set CJ on a long path of healing and self-discovery. Years later, through the power of creativity, CJ found his way back to art and a belief in a Greater Power. His book, "The Spiritual Artist," serves as a testament to this journey, reminding readers to reconnect with Spirit through creative practice. In our conversation, CJ shares how creating art allows him to align fully with Spirit, discovering new facets of his unique Creative DNA. Drawing from his book, he delves into the elusive "zone" or "flow" state that many artists attribute to a Higher Power or Divine Guidance, and how you can tap into this state at will. Miller, an accomplished artist, speaker, and educator, offers innovative ideas and personal wisdom in each chapter, awakening your imagination and unlocking your potential. Whether you're raising children, starting a business, or working in the art studio, his motivational guidance and exercises promise personal development and spiritual growth. Join us as CJ's story reaffirms the power of healing, creativity, and the pursuit of one's Greater Purpose, and rediscover your innate creative power. 🔐 Science & Spirituality Subscriber Program Ready to dive deeper into the wisdom shared in the Science & Spirituality podcast? Join our exclusive subscription program and gain access to dozens of subscriber only in-depth episodes. Unlock key takeaways and practical insights from guest interviews to empower your journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth—all for just $10 a month. Elevate your consciousness and transform your life with us! Subscribe here: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/science-spirituality/subscribe⁠ Links to Connect With CJ: Website: https://www.spiritualartisttoday.com/ Instagram: @cjmillerart, @thespiritualartistpodcast TikTok: spiritualartist123 YouTube: spiritualartist123 Facebook: @thespiritualartistpodcast About CJ Miller: Christopher John Miller (CJ) considers himself a lifelong Spiritual learner. After being raised Catholic, he left that faith and sought a more personal connection to a Greater Power (God). Chris has formulated a personal relationship with this Great Power based on the premise that God is in everything, and it's each person's task to seek God within and without through the Creative Process. He's written the book, "The Spiritual Artist," which guides readers into a more precise state of connection and produces a podcast by the same name in which he interviews artists and spiritual thought leaders. In addition, CJ holds yearly Spiritual Art Retreats where consciousness and art-making combine.