Listen in while I read, and you can hear how my focus changed from the bad mood I woke up with, to calming myself with routine, and then becoming immersed in the beauty of my surroundings. Finally, by the time I finished writing, my mood was light, my creativity ignited.
Read MoreYes – there’s a reason I paint women with their arms in the air! Did you know that there are positive physiological and psychological effects of holding your body in a position of strength?
Read MoreSometimes a collection is only meant for a moment. It doesn’t need to take up space or collect dust. It’s enough to create it, take a photo and allow it to wash away. In fact, ephemeral art is often the most joyful of all because it comes without guilt. It brings joy without taking space, or accumulating clutter.
Read MoreProjects that seemed so important a couple of months ago lay dormant, staring at me from further and further away as I simply turn my head and walk past. I’m moving to a slower rhythm now and often forget what day of the week it is.
Read MoreSeek Beauty Create Joy on-line Workshop coming soon!
Read MoreThey stole my photos and hurt my business. Though it has taken me a while… I’m finding joy in something that’s been with me all along.
Read MoreExpect the unexpected especially during the Holidays. Sometimes all we need to do to change upset to joy, is to choose laughter.
Read MoreIt’s all in how we look at things. We get to decide whether to be upset or whether to seek beauty and create joy - by adjusting our expectations, we are in control of creating our own joy!
Read MoreHow to thrive despite negativity. Are you letting bad comments (or lack of comments) shut you down? Try these 4 things and your creativity will thrive no matter what people say!
Read MoreHow to respond to negativity. When the negative comes in and I have to respond, Here are the 5 things I do
Read MoreWe are hardwired to create objects of beauty
Read MoreI will be Mindful of myself, my needs, my vulnerabilities. I will talk gently to myself…
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