I often think I have to have it all figured out first.
However, when I allow myself to just start, what I am creating begins to show itself and I gain clarity in the process.
Jumping in forces me to break habits which is kind of exciting.
Questions will come up like –
Why do I do what I do? What propels me? Where am I blocked? What or who am I influenced by?
“Write (paint) what you know,” in this case gets challenged by write (paint or fill in the blank) what you want to know.
I’ve stopped worrying. Yippee!
Do I get frustrated and blocked? Oh ya…
I’ve learned to expect set backs and sometimes I even have to start all over again.
I now recognize this as a natural process and absolutely necessary to making something that I’m proud of.
I welcome the discoveries, the accidents, and the “wrong turns” because they are never a waste of time just an opportunity to stir up something new and juicy.
When we are willing to take risks and just start, we all benefit. (I’m sure I read that somewhere as a well articulated quote – I’m game, how about you?)
Namaste
Marlene
p.s. If you are scared to start – get your hands on this great little book –“Steal Like An Artist” by Austin Kleon, it will make you smile while giving you a kick in the ass or come paint with me!
