First, I’d like to thank you, Graham, for the Zoom meeting. I truly enjoyed the conversation and listening to everyone who shared. You are all an inspiration to me.
I’m also grateful for this opportunity. I truly believe we’ll finish this course being kinder to ourselves, loving ourselves more, and feeling freer to become who we’re meant to be.❤️
Chapter 7 was very interesting and, for me, revealed more about myself and what I am learning on this journey. As I read this chapter and I write my morning pages I clearly see the revelation of fear of failure as being a block to creativity. Perfectionism is about fear of failing, risk is about the possibility of failing, jealousy is a mask for fear of that which I see in others that I wish I could do but am afraid to. Letting go of and managing that fear and letting the Creator guide me is key to opening the true power of creativity. The journey continues and it gets better each week. Thank you, Graham, for your time and energy. Thank you to all who shared this week and to my awesome group.
What an amazing experience we're having as a study group! Because of the intimate number of 4 members we are able to share openly with freedom from judgment. We've established trust and connection. We enjoy this Artist's Way journey so much that we meet twice a week! With that said for my personal experience I've become aware of how far I've come in my life's journey. Once upon a time I was a bit self absorbed with all the options I saw ahead of me and with so little life experience to back up my choices. It was a time of trying this or that and wanting to try it all! Well life happens right? And then options are decided upon by factoring in family…spouse, children, location all if those limiting what choice we can make. Further and further down the road found me with very limited options and more like survival. So that was my journey and maybe some of yours too.
Then about 5 years ago after some"eye” opening events I realized that “The Time Had Come,” for me! It was babysteps, it was trial and error…but it was also moving forward. 1%, 1%…day by day, month by month, year by year.
I'm here today now just finishing chapter 7 of an experience I would not have appreciated back in the day.
But I do now! As I read the chapters and the exercises ask what do you wish?…can you imagine living a different life?…what more do you want to fill your desires? I see it and say I'm exactly where I want to be. I feel content without material things. I appreciate God-given gifts each day. My health is good and my connection to our Creator has never been stronger or more clear.
This experience has given me assurance that I have had the exact life I was supposed to have in order for me to live the way God intended all along. I get to live that life each day with all the love that I chased my whole life being right here with me and leading me each step of the way.❤️🙏
Thank you Graham. It seems like there could be a bigger word! But I know you know.✨️
Thank you all too…for touching my life in many beautiful ways.💜
I had to drop out of my group and the live on week 5 due to scheduling. However, I listen every week to the recap. I am really enjoying this book and tasks. I have never been a perfectionist but I have compared myself most of my life.
I am so encouraged by all of the reply's below and the folks who speak up. I totally agree with Valdelice in that I am learning to be kinder, accepting and loving myself. I also believe that God has a lot to do with that by using this book to get my attention.
I appreciate the time that you put into leading this group. I continue to write my morning pages.
Week 7 made me reflect on my perfectionism and how it sometimes holds me back more than it helps me. I really liked the idea of listening and letting things flow, without forcing them so much.
The mantra of treating myself like a precious object reminded me that I need to take care of myself and respect my own pace. I’m left with the desire to connect more deeply with myself, trusting the process and valuing every small step.
First, I’d like to thank you, Graham, for the Zoom meeting. I truly enjoyed the conversation and listening to everyone who shared. You are all an inspiration to me.
I’m also grateful for this opportunity. I truly believe we’ll finish this course being kinder to ourselves, loving ourselves more, and feeling freer to become who we’re meant to be.❤️
I loved your wallpaper, Graham!
Chapter 7 was very interesting and, for me, revealed more about myself and what I am learning on this journey. As I read this chapter and I write my morning pages I clearly see the revelation of fear of failure as being a block to creativity. Perfectionism is about fear of failing, risk is about the possibility of failing, jealousy is a mask for fear of that which I see in others that I wish I could do but am afraid to. Letting go of and managing that fear and letting the Creator guide me is key to opening the true power of creativity. The journey continues and it gets better each week. Thank you, Graham, for your time and energy. Thank you to all who shared this week and to my awesome group.
Hello from CanBelUsa tribe - cluster 2!
What an amazing experience we're having as a study group! Because of the intimate number of 4 members we are able to share openly with freedom from judgment. We've established trust and connection. We enjoy this Artist's Way journey so much that we meet twice a week! With that said for my personal experience I've become aware of how far I've come in my life's journey. Once upon a time I was a bit self absorbed with all the options I saw ahead of me and with so little life experience to back up my choices. It was a time of trying this or that and wanting to try it all! Well life happens right? And then options are decided upon by factoring in family…spouse, children, location all if those limiting what choice we can make. Further and further down the road found me with very limited options and more like survival. So that was my journey and maybe some of yours too.
Then about 5 years ago after some"eye” opening events I realized that “The Time Had Come,” for me! It was babysteps, it was trial and error…but it was also moving forward. 1%, 1%…day by day, month by month, year by year.
I'm here today now just finishing chapter 7 of an experience I would not have appreciated back in the day.
But I do now! As I read the chapters and the exercises ask what do you wish?…can you imagine living a different life?…what more do you want to fill your desires? I see it and say I'm exactly where I want to be. I feel content without material things. I appreciate God-given gifts each day. My health is good and my connection to our Creator has never been stronger or more clear.
This experience has given me assurance that I have had the exact life I was supposed to have in order for me to live the way God intended all along. I get to live that life each day with all the love that I chased my whole life being right here with me and leading me each step of the way.❤️🙏
Thank you Graham. It seems like there could be a bigger word! But I know you know.✨️
Thank you all too…for touching my life in many beautiful ways.💜
I can understand.
So inspiring ✝️🙏💜
I had to drop out of my group and the live on week 5 due to scheduling. However, I listen every week to the recap. I am really enjoying this book and tasks. I have never been a perfectionist but I have compared myself most of my life.
I am so encouraged by all of the reply's below and the folks who speak up. I totally agree with Valdelice in that I am learning to be kinder, accepting and loving myself. I also believe that God has a lot to do with that by using this book to get my attention.
I appreciate the time that you put into leading this group. I continue to write my morning pages.
Thank you, Graham
Thank you for creating such enriching spaces.
Week 7 made me reflect on my perfectionism and how it sometimes holds me back more than it helps me. I really liked the idea of listening and letting things flow, without forcing them so much.
The mantra of treating myself like a precious object reminded me that I need to take care of myself and respect my own pace. I’m left with the desire to connect more deeply with myself, trusting the process and valuing every small step.
Sorry Irene, Ann and Theresa I had a family emergency
We missed you LeAnn but family comes first, hope all is good 🙏
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I was steps ahead this time. I am showing up every time.
Saw this in a classroom and thought it might be perfect for The Artist’s Way.
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Where do comments go? Into comment land. This so much fun. Love your participation with all us.