Jill Badonsky, M.Ed. works with people who believe in the power of the creative process to bring us joy, health, and a better life... no matter how good we are at it.

She is an artist, writer, playwright, yoga teacher, nationally recognized workshop leader, creativity consultant and founder of Kaizen-Muse Creativity Coaching. She is a corporate drop-out with a background in health care, marketing, and creative consulting. Jill worked 10 years as an occupational therapist in mental health specializing in art therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Jill also writes a monthly column for Creativity Portal, and is chief editor of the monthly The Muse Flash.  Jill's services operate out of  The Muse is In, a company dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unblock their creative potential. She is author of The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard):10 Guides to Creative Inspiration for Artists, Poets, Lovers and Other Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence   and The Awe-manac: A Daily Dose of Wonder.

"I believe that in order to best express creative passion  we need  self-love, support, practice, reminders and patience. I also believe if humor, play, and imagination are involved we become more motivated, inspired and willing to commit. With creativity we expand our possibilities in any sphere we enter. Perspective, attitude, intuition and inner strength build our authentic strength and ability to use our wisdom... A creative life is a fulfilling life." 
Warmly, Jill Badonsky

and  The Awe-manac: A Daily Dose of Wonder.

Founder and Director of Kaizen-Muse Creative Coaching, Author of "The Nine Modern Day Muses" and the "Awemanac" Jill designed and implemented Kaizen-Muse Creative Coaching training based on 27 years experience in creative wellness, corporate consultation and research. She has been a creativity coach since 1996 and specializes in working with writers, film-makers, storytellers, stand-up comedians,and baby boomers wanting to live life with more creative thought, action and fulfillment. She also specializes in a compassionate approach which honors the resistance inherent in the creative process but gently moves clients through procrastination,  self sabotage and perfectionism or low self confidence related to any creative change.