Without question, these are difficult times. We live in a world where unspeakable suffering must coexist with our personal blessings. We hold horrific images in the palms of our hands, the devastation of war(s), the desperation of hundreds of thousands displaced by one crisis after the next. How can we reconcile our own abundance with the stark realities faced by so many others? Gratitude and compassion intersect.
From Dreamer to Doer: 10 Strategies to Get Your Creative Mojo Back
Let’s face it: while the creative process is a large part showing up and doing the work, it’s the magic that makes the final product extraordinary. But the relationship between work and magic is a mystery still unsolved. And moving back into your work after taking time off requires a little something extra. Here are 10 proven strategies you can use right now to re-enchant your creative spirit and restore the magic in your creative work:
Vision and Visibility: Conquering the Fear of Being Seen
We humans are driven by an innate desire to express ourselves, to contribute, and to be loved. When your creative vision evolves beyond personal passion to a resolute mission, it takes root deep within you. It propels you to engage in the profound work, both within and without, to transform that dream into reality. So here are six steps you can use to conquer the fear of visibility.
Disappointment and the Creative Path
Creativity is the lover that makes your life worth living. But she needs your attention. He is jealous… and impatient. Without her, the ground of your being is cracked like the desert floor. Without him, life is pallid and dull.
Escape the Noise to Hear Your Creative Voice.
Have you noticed, with all the technological connections you now have, that you’re feeling less connected? Let’s talk about noise, silence, and an opportunity to hear your own creative voice. Learn more about this Wheel of Creativity event. Register here for this event on the Ghost Ranch website. But don’t wait! Registration […]
Four Common Denominators of the Innovator’s Attitude #2: Give up the Good for the Great.
“Whenever anything is being accomplished, it is being done, I have learned, by a monomaniac with a mission.” – Peter Drucker Richard Branson started an airline because his plane from Puerto Rico to his lover in the British Virgin Islands was cancelled. Mark Zuckerberg created the first version of Facebook to help students find hot dates. […]