I’m so looking forward to my summer vacation! Three “endless” weeks doing nothing except waiting for myself to be myself again, to quote the famous Georgia O’Keeffe.
I seriously need to escape the hamster wheel for a while and chill out. I haven’t planned for any art projects at all. But we’ll see, as life has an obscure way of surprising me.
Escaping the hustle
It sure feels like the everyday hustle is killing me. Working full time with too many 12 hour shifts is not what I dreamt of, and maybe not in alignment with my overall health after 4 rounds of covid and forcing myself back to work after Long Covid.
Truth be told, I spend a lot of time flat out in bed, on the couch or in my hammock trying to recover. At the moment it’s really challenging to find the work – life balance.
The secrets of Tai Chi
Practicing Tai Chi is my secret to get through the days. Spending time with my Tai Chi Tribe resets my energy and helps me recognize my true self.
And the same goes for my studio: creating art is not an escape, more like a release, a remembering of who I truly am.
The Year of the Snake 2025
The year of the snake is forecasted to steer up deep change and personal growth.
Making big life decisions is not easy. Taking corrective action in life is a bold move that requires courage and conviction. Lately I’ve been reflecting on turning my life around to align with myself, with my true hopes and desires, and how I want to live my life from day to day.
Sensitivity as a tool for reflection
Artists are said to be sensitive to the world around us, often with great empathy for other people. But sometimes we kind of lack empathy for ourselves, or we might be too busy looking outwards.
It is important to set aside time to reflect, to let go of what is not serving you any more, to open up and hold more. You are never too late for your life.
Crossroads
Realizing you’ve come to a crossroads in your life might be hard to accept, but trust your intuition – pay attention to your dreams and what makes you happy.
For years I had the feeling of living someone else’s life. I felt rubbish and my body was my enemy. Now I know that my body was speaking the truth. Energy never lies. You cannot continue repeating the same stuff and expect different results.
Back on track
Right now I feel like being back on track and in alignment with my soul; socializing, enjoying concerts, theaters, slam poetry, mini balls, hiking – and feeling welcomed by a new tribe is revitalizing my heart. Thank you, I’m so grateful!
- It’s like the Universe is showing me how good life can get!