Discover Your Creative "Major"
Defining Your North Star using the BE-DO-HAVE Framework
Shift from Stuck to Unstoppable
Remember that moment in college when you finally declared your major? That feeling of clarity, purpose, and direction—like you finally knew what you were here to do.
But as creatives, many of us feel like we’re back in college—except this time, we’re stuck in the wrong major. We’re overwhelmed by ideas, unsure of our direction, and constantly second-guessing ourselves.
What if I told you that finding your creative "major"—your North Star—could be the key to unlocking your full potential?
In the Frequency of You Program and Q2 Planning Session, we build our foundation on this very idea, using grounding and sensory rituals to amplify our daily practices and creative momentum alongside strategic direction and guidance using your North Star to lead the way
Today, I want to walk you through a case study featuring Sarah, a creative entrepreneur, to illustrate the transformative journey from chaos to clarity.
Stuck in the Loop: Sarah’s Creative Struggle
‘I Feel Stuck, and I Don’t Know Why’
Sarah is a passionate creative entrepreneur who feels trapped in what seems like the wrong major. She’s bursting with ideas but finds herself paralyzed when it comes to execution.
💬 Sarah’s Inner Dialogue:
“I’m overwhelmed by ideas but can’t seem to execute on any of them. I feel like I’m spinning my wheels, and nothing I do feels meaningful.”
📉 Consequences of Staying Stuck:
Sarah continues to feel lost and frustrated.
Her projects stay unfinished, and she misses out on opportunities.
She starts doubting her abilities, leading to even more creative paralysis.
⚡ The Breaking Point:
One day, Sarah sees a peer launch a successful project—something similar to an idea she had six months ago.
"Why can’t I get it together like them?" she thinks, spiraling into self-doubt.
1. BE: Who Does Sarah Need to Become?
This is about identity—who Sarah needs to be in order to step into her creative potential.
🔍 Reflection Prompts:
How does this person move through life?
She moves with confidence, trust in herself, and an inner sense of calm instead of overthinking every decision.How do they feel as they go about their day?
She feels aligned and intentional, not rushed or frantic. She embraces her creative work with joy rather than pressure.What gets them out of bed in the morning?
Excitement to create something meaningful, knowing she is working toward a bigger purpose instead of just reacting to what’s urgent.
✨ Sarah’s ‘BE’ Shift:
"I want to BE a person who radiates confidence and joy, someone who embraces challenges with curiosity and shows up with purpose each day."
2. DO: What Actions Will Sarah Take?
This is about the daily habits and choices that help Sarah embody her desired identity.
🔍 Reflection Prompts:
What intentional, daily actions or habits will ensure she’s working toward her vision?
Daily journaling to track her progress and celebrate wins, setting weekly goals, and prioritizing physical movement to stay energized.How can these actions remain sustainable, open, and adaptable?
By focusing on small, manageable actions that don’t feel overwhelming—five-minute journaling instead of long writing sessions, movement that feels good rather than a rigid workout plan.
✨ Sarah’s ‘DO’ Shift:
"I will DO daily journaling to reflect on my progress, set weekly goals, and engage in physical activities that energize me."
3. HAVE: What Will Sarah Achieve/Experience?
This is about the outcomes Sarah wants to experience as a result of her BE and DO.
🔍 Reflection Prompts:
What practices, habits, or thoughts does she need to nurture to live by her values and focus on what matters most?
She needs to consistently reflect on her progress, practice gratitude, and embrace both growth and rest.How can she deepen her connection with herself?
By checking in with herself daily, listening to her intuition, and setting boundaries that protect her creative energy.
✨ Sarah’s ‘HAVE’ Shift:
"I will HAVE a deep sense of self-compassion, gratitude for where I am, and the resilience to embrace both growth and rest."
Unstoppable & Aligned: Sarah’s Creative Breakthrough
I Feel Aligned, Energized, and in Control.
Sarah went from feeling scattered and overwhelmed to having a clear vision of who she is, what actions support her, and what she ultimately wants to experience in her creative journey.
Her BE-DO-HAVE framework now acts as her North Star—guiding her decisions, keeping her focused, and helping her sustain momentum without burnout.
She now:
✅ Feels more in control of her creative process and launches her first creative project within three months.
✅ Moves with confidence, values, and in control of her creative journey
✅ Executes ideas instead of just planning them
✅ Ends each day feeling fulfilled instead of frustrated
💡 Sarah’s Emotional Payoff:
Instead of spiraling in self-doubt, she feels pride and accomplishment.
She’s no longer watching others take action—she’s leading her own creative path.
Why This Matters
Your North Star isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. It’s the energetic filter that helps you:
✨ Attract the right opportunities.
✨ Execute on what truly matters.
✨ Sustain your energy and creativity over the long term.
And that’s exactly what we’re going to work on in the Q2 Planning Session.
🛠 What We’ll Do Together:
✅ Define your North Star using the BE-DO-HAVE framework.
✅ Break it down into quarterly, monthly, and daily goals.
✅ Create a Personal Frequency Formula to sustain your energy and momentum.
Your Turn: Reflect & Apply
Now, take a moment to reflect on your own BE-DO-HAVE framework:
1️⃣ BE: Who do you need to become to step into your creative power?
2️⃣ DO: What daily actions will help you embody that identity?
3️⃣ HAVE: What outcomes and experiences do you want to create for yourself?
Join the Q2 Planning Session
🎯 Ready to discover your creative "major" and finally build momentum?
Drop your thoughts in your journal—or, better yet, bring them to our Q2 Planning Session, where we’ll refine them together.
👉 Spots are limited, and sign-ups close Tuesday, March 25th at 8PM EST.
📅 Session times will be announced Wednesday, March 26th.
Sign up here
Let’s turn your ideas into action and build a life that feels good every day. 🚀
‘til next time,
2mannythoughts