ARTIST & SINGER
“It may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird: it would be a jolly sight harder for it to learn to fly while remaining an egg. We are like eggs at present. And cannot go on indefinitely being just an ordinary, decent egg. We must be hatched or go bad.” C.S Lewis
This makes so much sense to me…for it is when my mind is still and I am fully present I can hear the callings of my soul. In the last few months I have been intentionally setting times aside and silencing the outer distractions of life so that I can access my intuition while painting and journaling.
Having a little ritual has really helped this…
I stopped making new year’s resolutions a few years ago, I now set intentions because I find that these resonate more with my soul. This year I’ve made an intention to ‘live lighter’. Although there is a letting go of material possessions that no longer spark joy, the intention is more to live lighter emotionally.
But what I’m finding is that my intuitive inner voice (that I’m consciously allowing to guide me as I create) is so alive that the whispers are waking me in the middle of the night.
There are many benefits in connecting with others, such as reduced stress levels, better mental and physical health, and even longevity.
I still love going for walks and as soon as I finish writing this blog post I’m going to head out to get my ‘steps’ in for the day. May need my gloves and beanie tonight!
Anyone who has had a dog knows the unconditional love they give. Our hearts are breaking and we’re going to feel numb for a while but I know that her presence will always be with us.
My family are drawn to the ocean regardless of the seasons (they are water babies) and there are several times during winter that we go for a drive to the beach. Because it makes us HAPPY! The sound of the waves crashing, seagulls fighting, children screaming in delight…..it doesn’t get much better than that.
There’s nothing like turning the music up loud at home, singing like no one is listening and dancing like no one is watching! (although I do think my dancing gives my dog anxiety). There is a lot of scientific research out there hailing the benefits of listening to music.
