"A creative life cannot be sustained by approval
any more than it can be destroyed by criticism."
Will Self
When we are building our dreams, the support of others can be empowering and supportive, but we must stay focused on our work towards our dream. It doesn't happen alone. Our work is required no matter what praise we may receive. While unfolding our dreams, the negativity of others can be destructive and debilitating. If we continue to work on our dream and remain connected to our creative spirit, our vision will continue towards reality.
Buying into the praise of others can distance us from our work. Our ego can produce a false sense of security while
our passion slips away. When faced with criticism, we choose how much energy we are going to invest. We can pause, giving consideration or we can spiral out of control into the depths of darkness. So either approval or disapproval can pull the creative spirit off course.
Perhaps this is the reason inventors, artists, and adventurers tend to be reclusive. Cloistering the creative spirit protects against outside influence. Concentration on the thrust of our work without distraction deepens our thrust. Just being still opens our imagination to possibilities and strengthens our connection with the dance of life.
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