The Creative Odyssey Podcast
Feeling stuck, burned out, or lost in the daily grind? Discover how creativity can help you heal, find purpose, and reconnect with your true self.
Welcome to The Creative Odyssey Podcast—the show for anyone searching for meaning, inspiration, and a way out of burnout. Hosted by Sri Lankan-American storyteller Sheran Ranasinghe, this podcast explores the powerful link between creativity, mental health, and personal growth.
Each episode dives deep into real stories of transformation—how artists, entrepreneurs, teachers, and everyday people use creative expression to overcome depression, anxiety, and identity crises. Whether you’re an artist, a creative professional, or someone who hasn’t picked up a paintbrush in years, you’ll find hope, practical tips, and a supportive community here.
What You’ll Get:
- Inspiring interviews with creatives, healers, and thought leaders
- Raw solo episodes on overcoming creative blocks, burnout, and self-doubt
- Actionable advice for reigniting your creative spark—even if you feel numb or stuck
- Honest conversations about identity, purpose, and the healing power of art
Perfect for:
- Creatives, artists, and makers
- Anyone struggling with burnout, stress, or feeling lost
- Listeners seeking mental health support and personal transformation
- Those craving authentic stories and practical inspiration
You’re not broken—you’re becoming. Creativity is your compass.
Subscribe now and join Sheran on a journey to rediscover your voice, heal from burnout, and live a more creative, joyful life.
The Creative Odyssey Podcast
What if creativity wasn’t just about talent — but about embracing all of who you are?
What if creativity wasn’t just about talent — but about embracing all of who you are?
In this episode of The Creative Odyssey Podcast, we’re joined by Shaun Sri Lanka (@shaunsrilanka), co-founder of Not Another Agency (@naa.srilanka) and the visionary behind Paraiso SBKZ (@paraiso.sbkz) - the first international dance festival in Sri Lanka.
Shaun shares his inspiring journey from being a quiet, introverted painter to becoming a creative strategist, agency builder, and dance mentor. Through his work in human rights, storytelling, and movement, Shaun shows us how creativity becomes the bridge between logic and soul, pain and purpose.
This conversation is a powerful invitation to embrace your true self, especially if you've ever struggled to choose between passions or felt disconnected from your identity.
🌱 In this episode, we explore:
- Blending discipline and spontaneity in creative work
- Using dance as a tool for healing, self-acceptance, and growth
- Building a purpose-driven creative agency in Sri Lanka
- What it means to carry your culture and community with you
- The difference between being seen — and choosing to show up fully
✨ Comment or DM us the word "Embrace" to get this week’s free companion guide: The Embrace Blueprint - including creative prompts and reflections inspired by Shaun’s story.
🎧 Subscribe and follow for more conversations with artists, changemakers, and everyday creatives redefining what it means to live with purpose.
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📍 Learn more about Shaun’s work:
@shaunsrilanka
@naa.srilanka
@paraiso.sbkz
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