Episode 117 Episode Description
Host Aransas Savas sits down with multihyphenate artist Karisma Jay to explore how to build an abundance mindset even when resources feel scarce. Karisma, a Broadway performer, filmmaker, educator, and founder of Abundance Academy, shares her powerful reframe from asking "What don't I have?" to "What's in my luggage right now?"This conversation is packed with practical wisdom about overcoming self-doubt, navigating financial struggles as an artist, and choosing wholesome work over controversy. Whether you're a creative professional, entrepreneur, or anyone looking to shift from scarcity to abundance thinking, this episode offers actionable strategies for building courage capital and finding resources you didn't know you had.
About Karisma Jay
Karisma Jay is an award-winning performing artist, dancer, actress, filmmaker, director, wellness coach, teacher, entrepreneur, and founder of the 12-year-old nonprofit Abundance Academy. She has:
Performed on Broadway
Been featured in The New York Times
Taught at Juilliard
Won awards for her short films at film festivals
Mentored countless artists through her educational work
Despite her success, Karisma openly discusses navigating the same challenges we all face – from self-doubt to financial struggles – while maintaining an abundance mindset that fuels her multifaceted career.
Key Topics Discussed
Building Abundance Mindset
How to shift from scarcity thinking to abundance thinking
The power of asking "What's in my luggage?" when resources feel limited
Strategic memory management: playing miracles on repeat instead of trauma
Building emotional and spiritual reserves before you need them
Artistic Career & Entrepreneurship
Navigating multiple creative paths as a multihyphenate artist
Dealing with financial uncertainty in creative careers
The importance of choosing wholesome work over controversial content
Building sustainable artistic practices
Personal Development & Self-Care
Facing "courage corners" and dealing with avoided emotional work
The Artist's Way practice and creative development
Showing up for yourself with the same integrity you show others
Creating supportive communities that "give you back to yourself"
Education & Mentorship
Teaching and mentoring for over two decades
The connection between learning and inspiration
Building programs that nurture conscious artists
The difference between being controversial vs. courageous
Featured Quote
"I have been committed to playing the miracles over and over again. The moments that reassured my faith when I couldn't see. I play that so often... What's in my luggage that I can go back to?"Resources Mentioned
"The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron - Karisma's "artist bible" for creative development
Abundance Academy - Karisma's nonprofit organization supporting artists
Erykah Badu quote: "I'm an artist and I'm sensitive about my sh*t"
Connect with Karisma Jay
Follow Karisma on social media and support her work:
Learn more about Abundance Academy and their educational programming
Share her content with your networks to amplify her message
Connect her with speaking opportunities and collaborations
Support her upcoming film projects and artistic endeavors
Key Takeaways
Reframe scarcity questions: Ask "What do I have in my luggage?" instead of focusing on what's missing
Build abundance reserves: Make deposits in your emotional and spiritual accounts during good times
Face avoided work: Deal with "courage corners" to create space for creativity and growth
Choose courage over controversy: Focus on wholesome, uplifting work that creates positive change
Maintain learning mindset: Stay curious and open to growth in all areas of life
About The Uplifters Podcast
The Uplifters Podcast features conversations with women who are doing big, brave things in the world. Hosted by Aransas Savas, each episode explores how ordinary women build extraordinary courage and create meaningful change in their communities and beyond.
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