Once again, I'm wandering around the world wide web and I came across this quote.
" The saddest fate is to die with your song still in you."
-Wayne Dyer
I loved this quote wanted to share it with you.
Another thing to share is my love of the book "The Creative Habit" by Twyla Tharp.
I checked it out from our library and it talks about how being creative takes discipline.....something I had never really thought about. Think about creative people and think about how they do their craft on a regular basis...practice....whether it's playing piano, drawing, painting, writing, hooking or dancing....we all get better with practice....which takes discipline....and is a habit....a creative habit.....WOW...a big AHA moment for me!!!
She also talks about creative DNA and the way we are "programmed" for certain things....for instance....do you like to look at things UP CLOSE or from FARTHER AWAY....I thought about this and
I like to look at things
up close....for instance....these pictures appeal to me
...
Then I found this article:
Finding Inspiration By Richard Carlson
From FortWayne.com
Reprinted with Permission
Q: I want to live with greater inspiration. Any ideas?
Wayne Dyer calls it your ultimate calling. I call it your birthright. But no matter who you talk to about the subject who has given it considerable thought: One thing’s for sure. Anyone can live with more inspiration.
I’m not sure anyone really knows when inspiration will show up in his or her life—I certainly don’t. However, when it does, it’s an unstoppable force. It’s something that happens within us that is so exciting that we couldn’t stop it, even if we wanted to.
For many years, I was very inspired in my writing. Virtually every day, seven days a week, it was as if thoughts would come to me—I never had to go to them. It was inspiration in action. Then, for a few years it stopped. I still enjoyed writing, but it wasn’t quite the same.
About a year ago, I had a blast of inspiration that I couldn’t let go of—it came over me as light dominates the day hours. It appeared, as if out of the blue.
As I paid attention to my new inspiration, it was telling me what to write about. If you check out my Web site, you’ll see what I’ve been working on and what will be available to you in October, if you so choose.
At any rate, the way to tell if you are working or playing with inspiration is that there is essentially no effort involved. It’s something you feel you must do—you are being called to do it. It’s fun, rewarding, relaxing, and enjoyable. It doesn’t feel like “work” even though from a technical sense, it could be.
You can think of others who you may think of as sources of inspiration—those who work for fun and love their life. Money may come easily to these folks, but it is never their primary motivation. They are generally childlike (not childish), they love to play, are content being an expert or a beginner, and love to share their gifts with others—although they have no attachment to the same. In short, they are virtually ego—less, and fun to be around. They radiate joy and happiness, and virtually never gripe about their life—they are too busy enjoying it. It you know people like this, spend as much time as you can being around them and learning from them.
The trick, I believe to tapping into your own inspiration, is to first understand that it exists. Be certain!
See if you can think about times when you worked or played from a space of inspiration. I’ll bet you have. Like the time you were building something and it seemed to build itself, or the time you were working on a project and it seemed like it finished without you. You were involved, of course, but almost as an observer rather than a participant. It was essentially effortless. Then, once you are convinced you have it in you, you simply have to have the faith that it will show up, or emerge in your life, and sure enough, it will.
Sometimes, your inspiration will show up almost immediately, as if it follows your commands. Other times, you must wait until the inspiration, which almost has a mind of its own, decides to take over—as was the case with my writing career. It doesn’t really matter, however, as once you are engaged, you will realize you are in perfect harmony with what you are here to do.
There appear to be four very simple steps to take in order to connect with your own source of inspiration. First, know that it exists. Look for evidence in yourself and in others. When you find it, marvel at its beauty and simplicity. Second, want it. Say to yourself and even out loud, “I want to be more inspired.” Third, see the connections around you. When a certain person shows up in your life, or some strong potential signal, pay attention.
It is likely a clue that will lead you to inspiration. Fourth and finally, when it shows up, go with it, even if it doesn’t make sense in a logical way. You may be inspired to write—even thought you’re not a writer. So what, write anyway. Or, you may feel inspired to read certain kinds of books or paint pictures, make a new friend, or whatever. Whatever it is, listen to the clues and take a chance. Chances are, you’re engaging in inspiration and what I joy it will be!
The best book I’ve ever read on inspiration is Wayne Dyer’s book called Inspiration: Your Ultimate Calling. It’s also featured on my Web site for more information. I wish for you an inspired life. See you next time!
Here are a few pictures that inspire me....in case you've never been there Flickr has gobs of photos to search through:
I love the brilliance of peacock feathers!!!
The sweet simplicity of cupcakes...
and people who go the extra mile in their jobs to make the ordinary.....extraordinary!
Go forth and be creative,
Tammy
That got me thinking.....hey, I've got GOBS of those there worms just lying around in a big old bucket in my rug hooking room! Now, I've got big plans for you worms!!! A bag of you are going with me to work today and we'll see what I can dream up!!
I hope to be back soon to talk more about rug hooking, dyeing wool and other creative pursuits.....however, for now I'm working on ME.
Canna leaf
Daylily
Candy lilies
Big Truvy....why are you guys bugging me? I'm trying to rest!
Go forth and be creative,
Driving out to the xeriscape garden....
Walking the dogs and chasing rabbits on the Galloway Trail until they come home and pass out.
