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It’s a devastating thing for an artist to feel they’ve lost their inspiration, to encounter a creative block. But suffering from artist’s block doesn’t mean you’ve lost your artistic ability. Artist block can be overcome.
Invariably it will happen. It's something that happens to all creative ... Views: 1827
Life stinks.
If that statement bubbled up in your thoughts recently then you may be attached to life decaying garbage truck thinking. Simply put, if you stuff your mind with garbage you will create stinky outcomes. If you focus upon all that is bad in your life you will only add to the ... Views: 1827
Procrastination is painful. Perhaps you're having problems getting started on a new project -- or mid-way through something and hit a snag - or find yourself otherwise stuck. Maybe you’re just having one of ‘those’ days and can’t quite get yourself going. Whatever the circumstances, here are ... Views: 1822
Problems, Problems, Problems – Wouldn’t life be grand if we never had any problems. Everything would work perfectly, everyone would always get along and be happy, everything would be wonderful for everyone everywhere, and things would only get better as we live happily ever ... Views: 1821
"The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them.” - Albert Einstein
Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to spot something that’s wrong as opposed to everything else that is working well? I’m sure we can all think of ... Views: 1820
by Annabelle Drumm
WHAT IS INSPIRATION? WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?
Inspiration comes in all shapes and sizes. From nudging you into a different driving lane on the highway, taking you into a shop where you find just what you’re looking for, through to a jolt from the blue that changes your ... Views: 1818
"For me, the most attractive woman is the person who is at peace with herself."
Javier Bardem, Actor
There is so much pressure from the media, peers and ourselves to look slim, cleverly dressed in up-to-date fashions, have the perfect relationship, the most admired ... Views: 1816
When an idea is tested, many and varied obstacles will be thrown against the faith level of the one who believes in the idea. Unbelief will challenge belief, not just once, but many times, again and again, testing the endurance level of the believer, and equally, in return, the believer testing ... Views: 1815
Childhood is often referred to as a carefree and playful time enjoyed without a thought of responsibility. However, a more accurate look at the average youth experience reveals that children experience quite a bit of emotional and sometimes physical pain. Many children who live such a ... Views: 1809
Yes, it is to determine how it gets glorified in the true sense of the term and that again its overall identity, which should appear clear and inspiring in budding each family and the country as well we belong to. We must maintain healthy relations with others--both mentally and physically. ... Views: 1809
At every moment we make choices about what we want to experience. When our daily life throws up challenges and offers opportunities for growth we always have a choice. As the dark matrix of negative vibration tries to catapult us into the negativity of fear, anger or sadness, we select our ... Views: 1807
The controversy about whether photography is art is one that has been raging in the art world for a long time and we are not likely to totally solve it here. But it can be an important decision you have to make if you are considering a career in photography with the goal of producing quality ... Views: 1804
Know and shoulder responsibility. Why have I come, what for and what have I to offer—for myself or you? If for you, then think of the other brothers and sisters of yours and spend something out of your pocket for their good. Once you spend thus, you do whatever you like.
Hasn't this been done ... Views: 1800
Recently, one of my coaching clients, Terri was trying to move forward with her business but could not quite figure out what was holding her back. She had participated in all the usual coaching sessions and yet, she still felt stuck. Something was not feeling right, she said, yet she had a ... Views: 1800
Dare To Become Dazzled By Your Dreams
This title expresses a marvelous inspiration of inner truth when actualized. You need not judge or doubt the imponderable inception of your dreams. Just know they are simply divinely you! Trust your dreams and bring them to life.
We’re all ... Views: 1797
What is creativity? Use these quotes from famous people to think about what it means to be creative.
1. "Creativity is the infinite capacity that resides within you. It involves combining information with your life experiences." - Wayne Lotherington
2. "Creativity is not in the execution, ... Views: 1794
I upgraded my Serger to one that can handle more work. I got one with a computer screen. This required us to take some classes on how to use the machine. When I signed up for the classes (from the same place I bought the machine) I told them that I wanted my oldest daughter to take the class ... Views: 1792
According to your belief it will be done for you.
The object of one’s belief does not negate the truth of the statement above.
In the gospel accounts – no great works could Jesus do – among the people in the neighborhood where he grew up. He was just “one of the guys”. The faith of ... Views: 1787
“The only real valuable thing is intuition.” - Albert Einstein
Everyone was born with the magical power of intuition. Intuition is a clear flow of information that is available to you that is aligned with you highest path and purpose. Intuition is one of the most amazing resources at your ... Views: 1786
Wing Therapy™ with B.B. Berg
A few months ago, being out of work, out of money and feeling lost and without a purpose, I started a prayer campaign to find a job.
I prayed with this in mind: Work that would have 3 factors:*
1. Beauty (that I would love this work)
2. Benefit (that it would ... Views: 1783
Enjoy your Summer Holidays and keep healthy by preventing and treating those minor ailments and inconveniences which so easily can spoil a well planned family break.
Although we are all aware of the dangers of sun bathing without adequate protection for our skin, if you, like me, enjoy laying ... Views: 1782
As I mentioned in one of the earlier articles, you should encourage your kids to repeat projects. Just by changing fabrics you are giving: variety, an opportunity to master skills, and the chance to practice visualizing the construction of the project.
Repeating projects is also a great way ... Views: 1781
It's important and valuable to have life direction. However, there seems to be a lot of confusion about how to create or connect with your personally inspired vision for life. In this article, I hope to provide some insight in just what a life vision comprises, and the qualities of a life ... Views: 1780
There is a description in the Puranas (Indian Mythology) that when Vishwamitra was agitated on seeing the condition of the universe he decided to create a new universe. In order to gain the power of creating a new universe he performed intense solar austerities. He succeeded in his task. But ... Views: 1780
Stress … it affects us all. But it doesn’t have to put a damper on your creativity. At least that’s according to pianist/composer Edward Weiss. Weiss is also the webmaster and creator of NewAgePianoLessons.com - a website that teaches beginning adults how to play piano in the New Age ... Views: 1772
According to the Urban Dictionary in the zone is an "expression used to describe a state of consciousness where actual skills match the perceived performance requirements perfectly.
"Being in the zone implies increased focus and attention which allow for higher levels of performance. ... Views: 1771
“Living is a form of not being sure, not knowing what next or how. The moment you know how, you begin to die a little. The artist never entirely knows. We guess. We may be wrong, but we take leap after leap in the dark.”
-Agnes DeMille
I was listening to a New-Agey podcast the other day-- ... Views: 1767
God wants to be part of your dream! Has this thought ever crossed your mind before? I make bold to tell you that if your dream is too small, God can not be a part of it for He is BIG! You are a child of God, be bold to stand out for Him so you can be bold to make demands of Him as well. Now, you ... Views: 1766
Many people come to me complaining that they're tired, exhausted, unable to find balance in their life. Some have incredibly busy schedules and others live a life of casual leisure. Yet, both are exhausted. I also know people who have either busy or leisurely schedules who are not tired, they ... Views: 1758
There are few things more satisfying to this writer than getting comments from readers who express gratitude for my offerings. I'm NOT kidding. It's such a joy to hear from people who have been inspired by my meanderings, and to know that in some small way I'm actually helping. It's SUCH a ... Views: 1746
A playful challenge from an audience member helps bring to life the importance of searching for and developing your passion, whether in the face of skepticism, long periods of self-doubt and/or having to accept (even better, learn to play with and laugh at) your own flaws and foibles.
Setting ... Views: 1740
Titles:
Raven's Gate
A sinister story of the supernatural; first of five in a thrilling new series by this number-one best-selling author. Matt has always known he has unusual powers. Raised in foster care, he is sent to Yorkshire on a rehabilitation programme, only to find himself in the ... Views: 1737
"The unconscious is our best collaborator."- Director Mike Nichols
Did you know that you have a personal GPS system within you? It will tell you whether or not the turn, the choice, you are about to make will lead you to your destination or not. It will tell you whether you are on the right ... Views: 1735
[An article “Life Is A T20 Cosmic Game” of Pratik Khandhadiya, was published in “Speaking Tree” of Times of India on Sept. 20, 2012. It is interesting. What he says, in brief, is: Life is a game that God has created for his entertainment like any games we humans have created for our ... Views: 1735
I've always had a fascination with creativity. I think I inherited a creative bent from my mother who is an amateur thespian and calligraphist. I'm also a believer that creative pursuits can help prevent professional burnout. My twenty-five years of "survival" in managing public health programs ... Views: 1727
Did you know the critical part of your self is never going away? In fact, to want to kill the critic off is just playing into the Critic's game because it is wanting to kill off a part of yourself. It reinforces the idea that something is wrong with you that needs to be fixed-- "Once I get this ... Views: 1726
All problems are not equal. Some will bite you. Some just nudge you. Those nudges are worthy of more attention.
You will encounter two types of problems, acute and chronic. They have two distinct warnings signs and different methods of solving them. You need to be aware of both types of ... Views: 1723
Procrastination is often considered a shoddy and tardy habit that, one is advised to lose immediately. We are constantly told that procrastination doesn’t make life easy for us and it just increases our stress levels. Generally, I would grudgingly agree because yes, it does make sense. Except, ... Views: 1719
The world is beginning to realize that it has learned all it can through suffering and pain.
Perhaps they were good in their place, but surely there can be no power in the Universe which wishes man
to be sick, to suffer pain, to be unhappy and end up in the grave. Surely God could not ... Views: 1718
Everyone has some regrets in life. What differs is how people deal with them. When you regret something you did – or didn’t do – in the past, do you engage in wistful Coulda Woulda Shoulda thinking? Do you fret about how things might have turned out differently ‘if only’ you would have taken ... Views: 1712
I cannot expect an exchange of hearts. For, if I sit here with that heart of vast expanse—if indeed I am of that race of noble and great soul, how can I get a heart of the same order from a small , petty man! I can't. If I count on that, I'll point to the limitation of my knowledge. I'll expect ... Views: 1710
I used to be a smart aleck. I suppose if there were a “Smart Assoholics” group I would have considered attending, but I never mustered the courage to look into it. Can you imagine calling and asking someone, “Can you tell me when the Smart Assoholics Group meets?” The members would either ... Views: 1709
What we think about, how we think about it, and why we think about something, is our most basic power in life called choice and free will. Choice is what we place our attention on and willingly give life to, as well as the situations or relationships that we choose to keep ourselves in. Our ... Views: 1704
"Everything you want is on the other side of fear." ~Jack Canfield
With all the violence (and threats of violence) that have been in the headlines these past few weeks, the emotion of fear has been living very prominently in my mind. Fear is the most primal of all human emotions; there are no ... Views: 1703
Left Brain: “That’s all well and good to dream but the reality is....”
Right Brain: “Reality? Don’t we create our own reality?”
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Left Brain: “I know someone who tried that and failed.”
Right Brain: “ If I connect this to that, and adjusted this, and added a bit of colour here, and ... Views: 1703
You don't have to experience writer's block. Ever.
You don't have to sweat over the blank page. You don't have to chew your pencil (or fingernails) to the nub. You don't have to wonder where the next word is coming from.
Writer's block is a myth -- not because you won't ever feel stuck but ... Views: 1703
Actress Emily Blunt walked into her audition and firmly announced "I'm here to play Queen Victoria and I'm not leaving until you give me the job". She then focused and commanded every scrap of energy and talent within her to deliver her best performance possible and did not leave that audition ... Views: 1701
As your child starts learning to sew, take the time to make these two Sewing Notebooks. Your child will be inspired and encouraged by them, and you will find one of them priceless!
Your Assignment:
1. Let your child choose 2 special 3 ring binders. Buy the kind with a clear pocket on the ... Views: 1699
One of the reasons you stop creative efforts is your feel you are not getting the praise you want from others.
Why not consider the praise and growth you get from the Universe?
Another reason you stop creating is you think your creation is not as good as others; so what? It’s yours.
Stop ... Views: 1697
Ma-Mahajnan, a spiritual genius, expounds in a state of ‘Conscious Trance’ the essence of truth and how we can attain to perfection. With deep sense of spirituality, based on coordination of worldly-cum-spiritual striving, she begins thus:
“Here’s my ‘On The Quest’ for you.
Have patience ... Views: 1697