About Nasa Koski

Apr 03

Got Talent? What Scouts & Managers Are REALLY Looking For

The artistic field is full of talent. No doubt about that. It's also incredibly hard to get recognized in. But what is it that sets the successful apart from the rest? Is it pure talent, luck, or something else? Hughes Norton says the answer is all three. As an agent to stars like Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, he's been privileged enough to see beyond the surface level - what fame and stardom looks like... read more ›
Mar 18

8 Ways I Improved My Sleep

Are you someone who struggles to get a good night's sleep? If so, you're not alone. In today's fast-paced world, many people find themselves tossing and turning, unable to get the rest they need. But fear not, because I've been there too, and I've discovered eight game-changing ways to improve my sleep quality. In this blog post, I'll share with you my personal journey towards becoming a better sleeper. 1. Simplify Bedtime to a Window... read more ›
Feb 07

Done Isn’t Easy: The Advice I Needed to Make My Project Deadline

I stand on stage and talk about this. I can write about it with confidence. But even having lived 20 creative lives, there are roadblocks that inevitably show up. And they appear right when a project is nearing its end. This is how I feel about my new book. My thought process is that if you're not sick of a project when it nears the end, you didn't go deep enough. So, what do we... read more ›
Nov 06

The Power of Structure for Boosting Creativity

Pablo Picasso once said, "Our goals can only be reached through a vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act. There’s no other route to success." This sentiment resonates deeply with anyone who has ever grappled with the challenge of balancing creativity with structure. At first glance, creativity might seem like a free spirit, unbound by rules or routines. But in reality, even the most spontaneous... read more ›
Oct 11

Beyond Michael Pollan: A Fresh Perspective on the World of Psychedelics

Clinical neuropsychologist Andy Mitchell is well-respected for his work in the fields of neurology and psychiatry. In this episode, he sits down with me to share the groundbreaking, real-world experiences with psychedelics detailed in his new book, 'Ten Trips: The New Reality of Psychedelics', and shine a light on how they can be used to help creative individuals on their journey of self-realization, stress management and growth. What are Psychedelics? Let's start off with a... read more ›
Jul 26

Nate Bargatze: Creativity, Comedy + Never Settling

In 2019, I had the pleasure of sitting down with comedian Nate Bargatze for a hilarious conversation about his journey to becoming a successful stand-up comic. If you haven't listened to this episode yet, be sure to add it to your list. His lessons coming up as a comedian can be applied to anyone cutting their teeth in a competitive and difficult... read more ›
Jul 05

Small Steps, Big Wins: James Clear on Harnessing the Power of Incremental Progress

Tricky question - what fundamental thing does everyone need in order to achieve their ambitions? Rich parents? That can certainly help. But the real answer, as simple as it may seem, is progress. Prioritize Progress No matter who you are or what you're striving for, progress is the one thing capable of keeping every human's mind focused on the pursuit of a goal. It makes sense - our minds see everything through a logical lens... read more ›
May 10

How To Transform Your Meetings With Priya Parker’s ‘The Art of Gathering’

https://youtu.be/5UXuT5DHLys It doesn't take a shrink to figure out how Priya Parker became a master of gathering. Raised in a biracial American-Indian household, she grew up with two very different family trees that were both literally and figuratively a world apart from one another. To her, communication was an essential part of creating and maintaining lasting connections. Over the last two decades, Priya has dedicated her career to studying and teaching the art of conflict... read more ›
Dec 19

6 Ways Cultivating Awareness Can Improve Your Creativity and Life

Certainly I’ve made a career in awareness as a photographer — finding moments or, arguably, the beauty in things. But more important than that, I think awareness (not just of beauty but of things – but awareness in general, internal states, etc) is a powerful tool — one that gets us all out of your head, into the present moment, and more connected to the world around us. In fact, when people are early in... read more ›
Nov 28

What Price Are You Willing to Pay to Live Your Best Life

If you’ve been a long time listener of this show, you’ve heard me say “you can’t stand out and fit in at the same time. If you never make anything, if you make only what you’re comfortable making, or if you are making but you never share, you’re hiding. Once you start hiding, you stop growing. Part of you goes to sleep. Even as I reached what I thought was my creative zenith, it took... read more ›