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The ABCs of Living A Creative Life - Kindness

6/5/2015

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                "Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see." 
                                                                                                                                           Mark Twain

In my opinion kindness is one of the essential components of living a creative and joyful life.  Kindness to others seems to come easier to many but being kind to one's self is often more difficult.  I usually write this post on Wednesday and I really look forward to writing it but this week the inspiration was just not there.  If I didn't believe in self-compassion and kindness, I might have written it anyway but I do think it is important to honor my feelings as well as the feelings of others.

Whether you are a stay at home mom, a working mom, a person in transition or someone beginning or in the midst of an important creative project we are all terribly busy.  It's easy to become frustrated or upset with ourselves because we can't do it all or do it perfectly.  That's where it is important to remember self-care, self-compassion and lot of kindness.  Talk to yourself as you would your best friend.  Remind yourself of all that you have accomplished and are doing.  Concentrate on the positive difference you are making and celebrate each and every small success

Living a creative life means learning new things, being curious about the world and doing things you have never done before.  It means sharing your heart and your talent with others.  It means living with an open heart and an open mind.  It also means remembering to be kind to yourself just as you are to others.

Two questions to ponder:  How have you been kind to yourself this week?  How will you be kind to yourself in the future?

          When you share your talent and your dreams with the world, magic happens.  Let the magic begin!
                                                                                                                            Ginny
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Laurie link
6/4/2015 11:52:58 pm

Good advice! I have been a bit lazy this week but I am letting myself get comfortable with some changes in my life so I guess that is my self care this week.

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Alison link
6/5/2015 12:19:45 am

Thank you for those wise words, and for sharing your beautiful art Ginny.
Happy PPF!
Alison

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Kate Robertson
6/5/2015 02:04:48 am

Wonderful to remember that Ginny. I am glad you gave yourself permission to wait and write this piece. Taking care of self is so important. A great reminder for all of us.

Kate

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Linda K
6/5/2015 07:26:50 am

such a soothing and beautiful piece of art Ginny. Your words ring very true. I must keep reminding myself that if there is no self care there cannot be care for others. Have a great weekend!

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Rasz link
6/5/2015 07:38:57 am

I am so glad you didn't write this Wednesday because it was just what I needed to read. Thank you for the beautiful words and beautiful message. Rasz #62

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giggles link
6/5/2015 02:09:25 pm

This is an important message...if only one person gets it then you have accomplished a ton!! I used to say those words to my friends when I was young... you can never say it enough because women tend to put themselves last... YOU ALWAYS inspire me!!

Hugs Giggles

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Lisa Isabella Russo link
6/8/2015 06:59:29 am

I love how sweet and thoughtful your posts are. Such softly lovely art too. Kindness is so important!

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