UnF*ck Your Money

Healing through Art w/ Tattoo Artist James Kerr

Nadine Zumot

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Welcome back to this new episode of the Money Healing Podcast! 

In this rich conversation with my guest James Kerr, tattoo artist and musician extraordinaire, we explore themes of authenticity, self-expression, attachment, and the impact of trauma on art, money, purpose and authentic self expression.

James shares about his personal journey of surviving adversity, and his continuous growth, healing and evolution through art, music and creativity that emphasizes and prioritizes safe connections, and working through our attachment wounds from childhood, and how they can impact our relationship with money and how we price ourselves.

Episode Highlights:

  • How healing and growth can be synonymous in the context of trauma recovery. 
  • Understanding the connection between past experiences and current behaviors can lead to personal growth and transformation. 
  • Creative outlets, such as art and music, can provide a safe space for authentic self-expression and emotional healing.
  • How unresolved trauma can impact our relationship with money and our ability to express ourselves authentically.
  • How attachment in early life can impact our relationships and beliefs about money.
  • Life purpose is about experiencing life and evolving as conscious beings. 
  • Retirement planning is essential for artists and creatives who don't have a traditional retirement plan.
  • Creating from a place of safety and calm allows for greater focus and creativity.
  • Breaking the cycle of abuse and finding one's life purpose can be transformative and healing.
  • Exploring the concept of safety and understanding its emotional and visceral aspects is crucial for personal growth and well-being.


Mentioned in this episode:

- Financial Coach for Creatives and Tattoo Artists, Ryan Roi.
- Alice in Chain, and Layne Staley.
- No Bad Parts by Dr. Richard Schwartz
- The 8 Money Archetypes
- Dr Gabor Mate

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Connect with James:
James Kerr is Father, husband, musician, tattoo artist and a trauma informed coach.

James  has worked in the tattoo industry for 19 years. As a trauma survivor, he has had to do a lot of work on himself in order to prevent passing down the cycle of abuse to his child. That work started when his mother finally gave his father the choice of either stopping the physical abuse, or losing his family. James' healing journey lead him through dark places, crossing into methanphetamine abuse starting at age 14 and into mental hospitals and halfway houses.

To connect with James and view his art, or maybe even get a fab tattoo, visit:
https://www.captainkerrart.com
Listen to James' podcast, The Fire of Truth here: https://www.youtube.com/@fireoftruthpodcast

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