Exploring the idea of creative wholeness is one of my passions as a creativity coach, intuitive, and writer. So this weekend when I selected The World card from The Wild Unknown deck to kick off my Sunday meditation, it got me thinking about the concept in a visionary way. I blog regularly about the idea of creative wholeness in its pieces, providing insights and ways to deepen a personal creative practice or mindset. However, I was still drawn to writing … [Read more...]
Wake Up to Your New Creative Dawn
January 8, 2018 By Leave a Comment
As we transition into the fresh 365 days we call 2018, I find myself drawn to the idea of a new creative dawn - and what that really means for each of us. In some ways it’s about tossing out old habits and finding new healthier ones. Letting go of baggage and getting clear on what we value and want with a more empowered focus. Setting goals and intentions. You know, standard January fare. These very practical approaches are important tools, but focus … [Read more...]
Explore The Roots of Your Creative Evolution
May 8, 2017 By 1 Comment
When you think about it, each day is a step in our creative evolution. Between what we learn and release, what we practice diligently and pursue with passion, the talents we celebrate and the ones we ignore, and more, there are a variety of factors to play with and combine. Each day also offers a chance for us to step into more of what we want, feel, and wish to express, which leads to our unique path of creative evolution. As you’ve heard a million times … [Read more...]
Opening Up to the True Spirit of Creative Self-Care
December 19, 2016 By 1 Comment
The spirit or energy around your creative self-care practice is driven by your desire and willingness to listen to what resonates, then act on it. I think of creativity as a spiritual energy. It’s an impulse that comes from somewhere deep within me that I don’t have to understand. I do have to give it permission to be expressed. When I’m stressed, tired, not taking care of myself or have no room for play or visioning, it’s hard to connect with the spirit of … [Read more...]
Listening to the Wisdom of the Body to Guide Creative Self-Care
December 5, 2016 By 4 Comments
Listening to the wisdom of the body becomes essential when you feel overwhelmed, stressed and exhausted. Yet, it’s in these situations people force things the most, attempting to meet an unrealistic goal, honor a commitment or live up to an unreasonable expectation. In a culture where being strong all the time and pushing through is expected, listening to the wisdom of the body can seem a bit “airy fairy” or impractical. Add in deadlines and societal … [Read more...]
Gut Feeling Versus Brain: Who Wins?
February 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Do you think it or feel it? Decisions, that is. I do a little of both in most situations. I used to be all head and logic, thinking myself into a tornado of what-ifs. They would circle me at higher and higher speeds, increasing in number by the minute. Soon I was whipped into a frenzy of anxiety and frustration, when nothing had actually even happened yet. On the flip side, thoughts like, "maybe its best to be patient and see what happens, got jacked by my brain and ego screaming -- MY WAY, … [Read more...]