Stir Things Up

"Our dreams may seem impossible, but our creativity

can turn them into reality."

Malala Yousafzai

Say good bye to the winter blues and delve into a new creative project or reconstruct something old. Determine how you can best express your lovely self, and begin to visualize ways of expanding this interest. Start with something elementary with what you have on hand. After setting an intention, simply begin. 

Continue by exploring resources such as attending classes or listening to subject related Pod casts.. At the very least, create a collage of pictures or drawings forming a vision board. It will be a constant reminder of what you are working towards. It is a method for motivating follow through rather than falling back into stagnation.

Whether you are designing a garden or writing lofty lyrics, consider to take your efforts seriously. If it is important to you, nothing else matters. Expressing yourself creatively, increases positive energy which contributes to enhanced body, mind, and spirit.. To experience deserving fun, simply lift the spoon to stir things up!

Silent No More

"We realize the importance of our voices

only when we are silenced."

Malala Yousafzai

Individuals can be silenced in numerous ways.  If our preferences are totally ignored, it is a silent message that our expectations don't count.  If we are physically disregarded, there is room for compassion for others, but additionally a need to realize we are not being respected.  When our feelings are obviously not honored, again, we are being silenced.

When I felt it was not safe to express my lonely self, I began writing.  Unfortunately, my work was torn to shreds as though it was an embarrassment to our family.  Believing my parents knew better than I did, I believed by their actions, I had no continuity with the words I dearly loved.

In college, I unearthed my writing, and by receiving support and recognition, I began to flourish.  The growing strength within, kindled my desire to publicly express the need for articulating silence, deciphering dreams and exploring inner landscapes.  This has been my passion, my spiritual connection, and my permission to be silent no more.