Inspired, empowered and encouraged
Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at 9:11AM 
Wow, a whole week has gone by with no blogging. Not because I don't have a lot to say, infact there is a great deal on my mind lately. I've had more thought than action going on the last few weeks and it seems the more I spend time analyzing, the more paralyzing it becomes. After too much thought and too little action, I've come to realize that I need to spend more time painting. I need action. More time creating. I need to work through my thoughts on canvas, in my art journal and with a pencil.
Fear is an interesting emotion. Sometimes it forces me to get real. Other times it pushes me into a corner that I need to fight my way out of. Sometimes it causes me to question myself, second guess my abilities, retreat in self inflicted defeat instead of trudging on. Am I good enough? Can I do this? Who do I think I am?
The truth is I am enough... just as I am. (You are too!)
I can do this.
I'm human. I will make mistakes, we all do. I will reach out to those that have walked this path before me and ask for advice, wisdom and stories. I will seek guidance as needed and continue down my own path.
I've found that when I step out of my comfort zone and take that scary step forward, not only am I helping myself and growing, I am encouraging those around me to take their own scary first step. If I can do it, you can to... there is no doubt in my mind.
A few things I'm putting on my to-do-soon list:
- Paint really, really, crazy big.
- Create more meaningful relationships, seek mentors, ask for help when I need it.
- Organize my studio so that I can create efficiently with or without my kiddos joining me, and spend more time in there.
- Seek opportunities to lead empowering workshops, encouraging people to seek, discover and follow their bliss.
- Go with my gut.
- Get serious about my health, my weight and how I feel.
Inspired, empowered and encouraged,
Carmen
Afterall, you're my wonderwall.
Reader Comments (13)
Wonderful post, Carmen! I feel your empowering energy swirling to a level of absolutely clarity and inspired action!
Wonderful post Carmen!!!! Happy Painting...Happy Creating :)
Doreen
you go girl! i'm right beside you cheering you on (and me too! :)
xoxo
jul
HAVE FUN...put that on your list :)
xoxo
Hey, funny, Carmen---our lists are almost identical!
I just wrote about fear on my blog today, as the thing I wanted to let go of.
And it must just be in the air today, all of the Wishcasting Wednesday (www.JamieRidlerStudios.ca) wishes today fall right in line with what you're saying.
Coincidence?
I think NOT.
Jennifer
You are empowering yourself with your list...and you make a really excellent point -- too much analyzing leads to paralysis!! It's time to "do" and stop "thinking". Here's to your list....make it all happen!!!!!
I am right with you, Carmen!!! Good for you :) I am still lurking in the shadows of fear, but thats ok. For now.
you are inspiring, empowering and encouraging. :-)
brilliant post, just what i needed to read right now. you are right on... i call this the 'stop thinking and start doing' concept. when i dwell too much, plan too much, think too much, it's not good. fear sets in and i have a very hard time getting started. jumping in is always my remedy - the 'good' thinking comes when i pick up my brush or pen and the confidence starts flowing again. you are tackling a lot these days and i think you're wise to return to the roots of simply what makes you happy, and that is making one good big mess with your hands and turning out those beautiful canvases.
Great post, Carmen. I've been feeling the same way about painting. I just need to paint, paint, paint... I went through a period of reading "how-to's" on different painting techniques and styles. But I'm now at the point where I just need to do the things that I've read and studied about. Overcome the fear to try and fail or succeed. There are many things that I just need to get to and do. Have a great time on your painting journey. I'm sure I'll be seeing you along the way. :o)
I think we all struggle with the issues you mentioned. I know I sure do. What you probably don't know is how much you encourage us out here on the other side of the computer monitor. I think you are fab-u-lous!
Suzan (still pouting that Reach is sold)
You are so inspiring! I really needed to read this post . . .. Glory be! I am not alone.
Wonderful and empowering post! I am SO in love with your art :)
peace