Imagine what ideas are locked up in the hearts and minds
of women who simply lack the tools to express them."
Danielle Teller
During discussions with women about writing, it is quite common to hear one say with certainty, "Oh, I could never do that!" There is truth in knowing some women cannot draw or paint or write, but each woman does have a gift. A skill can be taken for granted as it seems easy to us, not realizing how difficult it would be for other women.
Honestly, it surprises me how many women have not been able to hone a skill based on fear of failure, ridicule or shame. Numerous women write, sketch, create with basics self taught or experienced earlier in school. Expression is vital to our presence in this world, seen or unseen and we could excel with additional guidance.
Our mindset needs an adjustment if we believe our work must be gallery perfect or award winning. Dare to be a beginner with the urge to create. Get on line and find a course or just research the subject matter. There are reasonable classes offered through libraries, senior centers, and junior colleges. Enroll and the pump will be primed! With eagerness, we will raise our skill and move beyond our expectations.
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