#262 The Art and Philosophy of Pottery with Ashley Gauntt

In this episode, we engage in a profound discussion with Ashley Gauntt, a remarkable potter known for her unique color and pattern designs. We explore Ashley's creative process, inspirations, and her incredible exhibition, 'Labyrinth of Consciousness'. The episode traces Ashley's journey as an artist, highlighting her approach to growth strategies and development of personal style. Ashley shares her wisdom on goal setting in pottery, emphasizing the importance of experimentation, seizing opportunities, and learning to trust one's reset mode. As we conclude, Ashley inspires listeners by emphasizing the importance of self-belief and supporting one's work in pottery. You can learn more about Ashley by checking out her instagram @mynameismuddbyash [https://www.instagram.com/mynameismuddbyash/] Top 3 value bombs: 1. Understanding the difference between giving up, walking away, and pressing pause is crucial for personal growth and moving forward. This was a significant value bomb from Ashley, as it encourages listeners to reflect on their own decision-making process and develop resilience in challenging situations.  2. Ashley's journey into pottery artistry showcases the importance of experimentation, seizing opportunities, and learning to trust one's reset mode. Her emphasis on these aspects serves as a roadmap for aspiring potters or anyone seeking to master a craft, thereby offering valuable insights. 3. The personal growth strategies that Ashley shares, which include setting small and big goals, learning from mistakes, and pushing boundaries, are applicable not just in pottery but in any field. These strategies underscore the importance of continual learning and development in achieving success. and so much more  Take this Free Quiz to see how close you are to finding your pottery voice click here to take the quiz shapingyourpottery.com/quiz  [https://l80hrbmg3p5.typeform.com/to/tpiCqpnW]