I just celebrated another birthday last week. I was so touched by all the joyful birthday wishes I received from people I’ve had the privilege to share time with in 2012. And so I begin 2013 feeling rich and inspired to use this year to really go for it in my life!
One of my favorite greetings I received came from an organization I belong to that routinely inspires and challenges me. It was a quote from Kurt Vonnegut.
So I share it with you now, because I can’t think of wiser words to begin this year with than these:
“Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow.
- Sing in the shower.
- Dance to the radio.
- Tell stories.
- Write a poem to a friend, even a lousy poem.
And you will get the enormous reward of having created something.”
– Kurt Vonnegut
What if your life were your greatest work of art?
- Every thought is a creative idea.
- Every feeling is a color, a texture, a line.
- Every action is a brush stroke.
- Every avoidance, a missed opportunity.
Why not make 2013 the year you finally go for it!
- Let go of who you were in 2012.
- Ask yourself what your soul needs most to grow.
- Schedule an hour a week to nourish yourself in that area.
- Try one new thing and do it (however well or badly).
- Discover the kind of life you will create as a result.
I’m so blessed to have another year to share this creative journey with you. Join me in making this year the best year ever! I’m always here to help!
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