Change excites and and terrifies me. In the same breath. Yet when I’m going through difficult times, knowing that life will change is like my life jacket. I’ve been really pondering a few things, maybe you can share your thoughts, too: 1. Why do we try to change everything when something feels difficult?2. How can[…]
Your perception is power
The way you see the world is truly your power. I’ve said this before but I’m repeating myself because this is fascinating: the way you see life is so unique that if someone else were to try on your point of view, they would feel like their visiting another planet. And, knowing that, isn’t it[…]
Healing Hurts
About a year ago I started to actively heal my experience of trauma after bringing my son into this world. And one of the things I know about healing is this: it’s not easy. But it’s a great reminder of how resilient we people are. I’m experiencing a lot of joy making these real mantras[…]
Their opinion doesn’t matter
Their opinion doesn’t matter. I know it’s not that easy to inhabit, no matter what you’ve got on your plate. And we’re made to be in connection with our people. So opinions can feel like a big deal. Yet, in the end I think that what matters is the bigger picture of who you are.[…]
The #1 thing to help you complete your projects.
When I was crafting my new online course, Learn Creativity, my favorite lesson was on finishing your art projects. Why? First, it’s literally something you aren’t taught in school. Actually, I think it’s often romanticized to never know when something is complete. Second, this question – how will I know when my work is done[…]
3 easy steps to deal with criticism
I don’t want to deal with criticism. Who really does? Yet, what happens when your fear criticism gets bigger and bigger? I’ll tell you what. You stop creating. I can speak from experience. I received criticism about my drawing skills in college that lead me to drop drawing/painting for years. In the end, it was[…]
I don’t want you to be a professional artist
disclaimer: if you want to be a professional artist, I support you. But first, please read… Dear creative one, The next step after falling in love with your creativity isn’t making it big as a professional artist. The next step after falling in love is listening to your creativity. Your art doesn’t have to make[…]
How to make creativity fun again
When did creativity stop being fun for you? This is, pretty much, the #1 thing that keeps my students from creating: it just isn’t fun anymore.
Your story matters
No matter how much or how little you feel like you’ve got to offer – I want to tell you one thing: Your story matters. You may be stuck in a loop of comparing yourself to others, or thinking that you’re not good enough, or that you haven’t much to offer. Like I discussed last[…]
You don’t have time for creativity, but do you have time for this?
It’s true. You don’t have time for creativity yet you’re flooded with ideas all day and night. So what do you do? Abandon the whole creativity thing? Sounds about right, right? Yet, you can’t abandon it. Because, you know, your creativity is you. It’s in you. I don’t think we’re meant to be creative all[…]