We were lucky to catch up with Beth Inglish recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Beth, thanks for joining us today. Let’s start with the story of your mission. What should we know?

My mission is to help people harness creativity, emotional intelligence, and a regulated nervous system to create lives of lasting joy and fulfillment. This mission is deeply personal because it’s rooted in my own journey of transformation.

For years, I struggled with the effects of trauma, feeling stuck and disconnected from the life I truly wanted. Through that experience, I discovered that healing doesn’t come from following a single path. Instead, it’s about embracing creativity and connection as powerful tools for change. Creativity allowed me to process emotions I couldn’t put into words, and building meaningful connections helped me find the support and strength I needed to grow.

I’ve seen how creativity, when paired with emotional awareness, can not only transform individuals but also create ripple effects in communities. My background in the arts and hospitality industries gave me a front-row seat to the power of storytelling, human connection, and the magic that happens when people feel seen and understood.

This mission is meaningful to me because I know what it feels like to be overwhelmed, burnt out, and searching for joy. I also know what it feels like to find it. Now, I’m driven to share the tools and insights I’ve gained with others—to help them not just survive but thrive. Everyone deserves to experience a life of connection, creativity, and joy, and I’m here to guide them in discovering what’s possible.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

My work is about helping people transform their lives by harnessing the power of creativity, emotional intelligence, and nervous system regulation. My journey into this space wasn’t something I planned—it was something I lived. My path was shaped by overcoming trauma, finding healing through creativity, and learning how to connect with myself and others on a deeper, more meaningful level.

I started in the arts, where I found that painting allowed me to express emotions I couldn’t put into words. Art became my way of healing, of processing pain, and ultimately, of connecting with others. Later, I transitioned into the hospitality industry, where I honed my understanding of human connection, leadership, and the importance of creating spaces where people feel seen, valued, and cared for. These experiences laid the foundation for my work as a speaker, artist, and facilitator.

Today, I offer a range of services designed to help individuals and teams thrive. As a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, I teach leaders how to harness creativity and emotional intelligence to develop people and create thriving workplace cultures. My sessions are interactive, engaging, and always tied to actionable takeaways that help teams build resilience, improve communication, and find fulfillment in their work.

For individuals, I create experiences like sensory rest retreats, where participants can pause, reflect, and reconnect with themselves in a meaningful way. I also use storytelling—whether through speaking, writing, or art—to inspire people to see what’s possible when they embrace their creativity and emotional depth.

What sets me apart is that I live the principles I teach. My work isn’t about offering quick fixes or surface-level solutions. It’s about transformation—helping people tap into their potential by addressing the root causes of stress, burnout, and disconnection. I focus on the intersection of creativity and emotional well-being because I’ve experienced how these elements can change lives.

What I’m most proud of is the impact my work has on people. Hearing someone say, “This helped me see things in a new way,” or “I feel hope for the first time in a long time,” is what fuels me. I’m also proud of how I’ve integrated my personal journey into my work, turning my story of overcoming trauma into a source of hope and guidance for others.

If there’s one thing I want people to know about my work, it’s that it’s for you. Whether you’re leading a team, navigating change, or searching for joy in your personal life, my goal is to help you discover tools and insights that will transform how you see yourself and the world around you. I believe we are all made for joy, and my work is about helping you remember that truth and live it every day.

For me, it’s not just about the art I create or the speeches I give—it’s about the lives I touch and the communities I help build. That’s what drives everything I do.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

Absolutely. One story that illustrates my resilience comes from my experience painting a mural for Mending Hearts in 2013. At the time, I was still navigating my own healing journey, carrying the weight of trauma and the uncertainty of where my creative path was leading me. Mending Hearts, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women recover from addiction and rebuild their lives, felt like the perfect canvas—not just for my art but for my own growth.

When I started the mural, I knew it wasn’t just about creating something visually beautiful. It was about crafting a space of hope, healing, and connection. The process challenged me deeply—not just physically, as murals are labor-intensive, but emotionally, as I poured my heart into something bigger than myself. I listened to the stories of the women at Mending Hearts, shared some of my own, and realized how art could serve as a bridge between our struggles and our strength.

There were moments of doubt during that project. I questioned whether my work was “enough” or if I was the right person to create something so meaningful for others. But every time I stepped back from the wall, I reminded myself why I started: to show others, and myself, that healing is possible, that beauty can rise from brokenness.

Years later, I learned that the mural became a focal point on the campus—a place where women gathered for inspiration and connection. Knowing that something I created could hold that kind of space for others is one of the most humbling and affirming experiences of my life.

This story is a testament to my resilience because it represents how I turned my personal pain into purpose. It’s not just about bouncing back but about transforming challenges into something meaningful—for myself and for the people I serve. Resilience isn’t just a trait; it’s a practice I live every day, and that mural is a lasting symbol of that journey.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

A lesson I had to unlearn was the belief that my worth was tied to my productivity. For much of my life, I thought being constantly busy and achieving more was the only way to prove my value—to myself and to others. This belief was reinforced in my early career, where being “on” all the time was seen as a badge of honor.

The wake-up call came when I hit a wall emotionally and physically. I was juggling too many projects, trying to meet everyone else’s expectations, and ignoring the signals my body was sending me to slow down. The breaking point came during a particularly busy season when I realized I was working nonstop, yet feeling completely disconnected from joy, purpose, and even the people around me.

That set me on a path of rethinking everything I believed about success and self-worth. I began exploring concepts like rest, creativity as a practice (not a product), and the power of saying “no.” I even began hosting sessions for others to help them unlearn this same harmful mindset.

The hardest part of unlearning this lesson was confronting the fear of “not doing enough.” I had to trust that my value wasn’t tied to how much I produced but to who I am as a person—and that rest, reflection, and connection are just as important as action.

Today, I teach others what I’ve learned: that a regulated nervous system and emotional well-being are the true keys to fulfillment. It’s not about how much you do but how present and intentional you are in what you choose to do. That shift has not only changed my life but has become a cornerstone of the work I share with others.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://bethinglish.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethinglish
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethinglish/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethinglish/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/bethinglish

Image Credits

Photos by John Partipilo and Tina Gionis