It feels like months since I've written anything personal and made any personal artwork. All my mind, time, and energy has been dedicated to teaching and finishing my BFA Specialization in Art Education & Teaching License. My overthinking and imposter syndrome fiercely kicking in during evaluations, which went over with great responses from my mentors … Continue reading Getting Back on The Horse – Where to start?
Just Breathe
I'm Getting There. I'm Getting There. I'm Getting There...This past few months have felt the busiest in recent memory and I often feel that my "To Do" list just keeps getting longer and longer. Every new project, activity, request is filled with blessings that I am so very grateful for, and yet I still feel … Continue reading Just Breathe
Look Here Now… Pay Attention, Please.
“Too many of us never realize our greatness because we get sidetracked by secondary activity” - Og Mandino Law #10 - The power of focus Do you think we are talking about what I like to call The “Oh, look a squirrel” Syndrome? Yes, and no. Yes, we are referring to distractions, but not the … Continue reading Look Here Now… Pay Attention, Please.
With Winning Actions – We Can All Be Winners!
Law #7 - Action: The Winner’s Edge The other day I came across this quote: “Believe and Act as if you cannot fail!” It struck me like a hard slap to the face. It made such a strong impression on me that I took out a black marker, wrote it on a big piece of … Continue reading With Winning Actions – We Can All Be Winners!
Odds & Ends – Where Was I, now? Oh, right… Part Two
Distraction is what I thought I’d focus on today, but I learned something new and more resonating for myself… about Failure. I’ve often contemplated the affirmation: “There is no such thing as failure; there are only results”. I’ve used it as a mantra, but I don’t think I ever truly understood it, until now… maybe. … Continue reading Odds & Ends – Where Was I, now? Oh, right… Part Two
Odds & Ends – Plans Change
Setting a new goals and getting amazed as the universe conspires to make happen what really needs to happen. A few months ago I started a soft evaluation of what I loved the most in all the jobs I’ve ever had. I have always enjoyed teaching, training, or coaching others. I have always seen it as an … Continue reading Odds & Ends – Plans Change
Day 5 – What I Want – 30 Days to Clearly Defining It
I want to make my dreams come true. Too vague, you say? Give us a specific dream, you demand? Well, ok then! I want to open and run a successful Art & Decor Gallery called “FOUND”. Showcasing sculpture, glass, painting, collage, and repurposed items… like furniture, lamps, and decorative highlights for your home. I want … Continue reading Day 5 – What I Want – 30 Days to Clearly Defining It
The New Renaissance Mindset 