The deepest secret in our heart of hearts is that we are writing because we love the world.— Natalie Goldberg We are winding down Chapter Seven this week, with some exercises and final thoughts. Did you work on your jealousy map over the weekend? How did it go? Today, we are archaeologists, and will be … Read more
Trust goodness. It flows all through us and is ever present. Whenever you fall out of trust, bring yourself back. — SARK Trusting that little voice inside you that says, “What if – ” is crucial, wherever you happen to be in your artist’s journey. The willingness to surrender the appearance of being successful, super … Read more
© Osho Zen TarotCreativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.— Erich Fromm The second day of each month in the Hellenic calendar is sacred to the agathos daimon, our benevolent personal guardian and companion spirit, similar to the Roman genius, ensuring good luck, health and wisdom. It is customary to pour a few … Read more
The Painter’s Honeymoon by Frederic LeightonA painting is never finished. It simply stops in interesting places. — Paul Gardner We are now working with the seventh chapter of The Artist’s Way, which focuses on recovering a sense of connection. Last week, we began working with the section of the chapter that examines a big, big … Read more
Difficult times have helped me to understand better than before how infinitely rich and beautiful life is in every way and that so many things that one goes worrying about are of no consequence whatsoever. — Isak Dinesen We’re discovering our connectedness to the Divine and the flow of ideas, energy and support that we … Read more
The artist is a servant who is willing to be a birthgiver.— Madeline L’Engle, from Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith and Art I hope you’re beginning to see that our wildest dreams and the dreams of the Goddess for us are, by definition, on the same track. But get ready, because time apparently works … Read more
Act as if the universe is a prodigious miracle created for your amusement and illumination. Assume that secret helpers are working behind the scenes to assist you in turning into the gorgeous masterpiece you were born to be. Join the conspiracy to shower all of creation with blessings. — Rob Brezsny As we begin to … Read more
The Great Leap of Faith © Jane EvershedThe fates lead him who will; him who won’t, they drag.–Seneca First, my deepest thanks to all who have posted, emailed and called with your condolences. I can’t begin to tell you how much your support and love have meant to me. I am truly a blessed woman. … Read more
Drawing Hands by M. C. EscherThis, then, is salvation: When we marvel at the beauty of created things and praise their beautiful Creator. — Meister Eckhart This is where things get really interesting, my friends. If we are serious about our creativity, we must learn to dance with it, knowing when to push, when to … Read more
Adults are always asking little kids what they want to be when they grow up because they’re looking for ideas. — Paula Poundstone Okay. Take a deep breath. And then sigh in relief. We have made it through some of the most difficult territory on this journey. And I am glad to see you are … Read more