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...]
Hope As A Creative Guide
December 18, 2017 By Leave a Comment
As we edge towards the end of one year, and beginning of another, we have a chance to get reacquainted with hope and what it means to us. We can begin to think about... How is it present or missing from our lives The ways we crave it, and sometimes put it on things that don’t deserve it Times we lost it in ourselves, along with our ability to connect with, and successfully create, what we dream about in our hearts The idea of hope can get a … [Read more...]
Appreciation, Creative Inspiration and Seeing With the Heart
December 26, 2016 By Leave a Comment
As we all close out 2016 in our own way, it's easy to think about the creative "to-do's" or physical accomplishments that have come to pass. They serve as concrete markers of our efforts and the goals we set out to meet. And let's be honest - who doesn't enjoy seeing a physical path to creative expression and accomplishment? It always inspires a reason to celebrate and connect with a feeling of appreciation! At the same time, it's also easy to slip into thinking about what me missed … [Read more...]
Get Down to Basics to Ignite More Meaningful Creative Insights
January 4, 2016 By 6 Comments
As the energy of the new year rolls into our hearts, minds and consciousness, there’s a strong desire to change something, anything, in order to ignite new creative insights. Yet, the date on the calendar does not magically make the experiences and emotions of last year disappear, or enable change to spring into motion. The push and pull between these two distinctly different types of energies is actually happening all the time, despite what the calendar says. The imprint … [Read more...]
Creative Revelations and Taking Chances
December 21, 2015 By Leave a Comment
As the year slides towards the finish line, there’s an almost universal vibe of reflection in the air. The feeling can be hard to pin down into one word or a string of adjectives. It takes you into and out of memories, wins, regrets and creative revelations. There’s a strong sense of being in two worlds at once, as you honor the one you are in and prepare for the new, ready or not. You’ve learned. Celebrated. Loved. Released. Expressed gratitude. And you’ve created. … [Read more...]
Release the Old to Welcome in the New Year with Grace
December 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Photo by ~*Leah*~ on Flickr As we prepare for the year to come to a close, the focus is usually already on the year ahead. You know…buckle down. Get clear. Make lists, Set goals. Get FIRED UP! However, in all the holiday hub bub, often we forget this time of year is also a very emotional one. We mix with family members and acquaintances we only see a few times of year and may not particularly like. We also have to answer big lifestyle questions about love, career and our … [Read more...]