I begin with a list I wrote in my journal one sleepless night this week. It’s a list of ways to improve the quality of my life (not in any particular order):
- Draw, observe, and really SEE. Not because I want pretty pictures, but because the ability to SEE and observe is the true payoff. Once upon a time, 10 years ago, when I was drawing consistently, I was seeing in this way. From what I recall, it was pretty damn amazing.
- Meditate. Sit zazen, and really stick to it. Zazen grounded me in a way that I notice when I am not practicing zazen. These last six years have been very long without that solid grounding.
- Refuse to let fear stop me. Breathe, and proceed. Ten years ago, fear never stopped me. I would ask myself then, “What is the worst possible thing that could happen? And what are the chances that worst case scenario would occur?” The answer was always slim to none. Breathe, and proceed.
- Be honest, but kind, to myself and others. It’s basic and it’s simple.
- Wealth is a mindset. That’s the lesson, among many, to learn from living in Santa Fe. This will be the year I begin to manifest wealth in the Bay Area.
- Laugh more. Have fun. Get out often. See art, go to openings, and really enjoy life.
- Blog from the heart. Because I am passionate about my calling, whatever that may be – creativity, art, community – that’s why it’s called Creative Path Studio.
- Surround myself with others who have the same values as me. People who enjoy their lives and what they do for a living have infectious energy.
- Stay positive. Optimism can and has truly taken me far.
- Do what I love. Love what I do. And maybe that means loving a number of endeavors, not just one.
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