Mapping a Non-Linear Life: Creativity, Play, and Possibility with Anne Ditmeyer ⎸Enter the Portal EP# 26

Enter the Portal

Hi everyone! Today, I’m beyond excited to welcome Anne Ditmeyer to Enter the Portal! Anne is an author, creative facilitator, and founder of the Mapping Your Path program. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of creativity, playful problem-solving, and how embracing creative constraints can open up new possibilities in life.

Anne shares her incredible journey of self-discovery, from her early days as a designer to becoming a creative guide for others. We dive into the profound ways creativity intersects with spirituality, and how it’s helped Anne and her clients navigate life’s challenges. She also discusses her book Override, which offers readers practical tools to question limiting beliefs and make life more joyful and playful.

We also explore how Anne’s journey of becoming a French citizen shaped her resilience and creativity, as well as her personal experience of navigating grief after the loss of a close friend. This episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and inspiration for anyone seeking to explore creativity, overcome limiting beliefs, and live a life of intentional play.

If you’re ready to embrace creativity as a tool for personal growth and self-expression, this episode is for you.

If you loved this conversation, don’t miss the chance to experience more of Anne’s magic during the ReWilding Online Retreat! Anne will be hosting a workshop where you’ll learn how to draw your own life maps (yes, including on bananas!). Head to rewildingonlineretreat.com or click the link in the show notes to grab your free ticket!

Episode Breakdown

00:31 – The Power of Creativity and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

02:47 – Anne’s Mission: Making the World More Human

04:33 – The Magic of Maps and the Origin of Banana Life Mapping

09:00 – Journey to Becoming a French Citizen

15:30 – Overcoming Roadblocks and Building Resilience

23:07 – Anne Ditmeyer and the Birth of the Book Override

27:10 – Writing Process and Self-Publishing a Book

36:34 – Personal Loss and an Inspirational Friend

45:37 – Celebrating Life and Letting Go

47:46 – Navigating Grief and Loss

53:04 – Stop Setting Arbitrary Timelines

56:31 – Building Trust and Embracing Aging

01:02:26 – Morning Practices and Daily Routines

Anne’s Book: http://override-book.com/

Companion Substack: http://override-book.com/conversation

Anne’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/pretavoyager

Anne’s Website: https://www.anneditmeyer.com

Mapping Your Path: https://www.anneditmeyer.com/mapping-your-path