behind courage there is love
Oops. Yes. So late on this one.
PRETTY THINGS
So, a simple one. Make or create something pretty. Something that's quick, easy and pretty so it makes you smile and makes you feel good. That's it.
Or, as always draw, write, paint or twirl pretty.
In Love and Pretty,
Yasmeen
Song: Bossa Nova by Dave Brubeck
Vibe: Pretty and fun
Special: Bought myself pretty flowers
Thanx: To DB.
Love this video about comfort zones.
This is about moving forward, taking chances and addressing fears.
Enjoy!
In Love and Comfort,
Yasmeen
Music: Got to Give It Up by Marvin Gaye
Mood: Nicely elated
Thanx: NC for painting movement
Special: Lots of fun number coincidences lately.
Oops...another late entry.
COURAGE
I wonder what it would be like to draw courage or to create a dance around it? Would you whirl around with scarves? Would you jump up and down? Is courage running up a lot of steps like in Rocky?
Is it sitting there for a long long time, till your wrist hurts, writing and expressing pain and sorrow? Is it sitting there writing about great successes, about times when you stepped forward in courage?
Would you draw? Paint? Scribble? Stand on your head?
Or, just whirl around with your "cape," from the first Expressive Exercise a few weeks ago, screaming "I am courage. I am courage. I have no fear. I have no fear."
Just play with it. See what comes out. See what comes to mind.
In Love and Playing,
Yasmeen
Song: Nocturne by Rolf Levland (Secret Garden)
Vibe: Kinda intense and wondering
Special: Learning to accept those who do not understand me. It's okay...I think. LOL!
Thanx: KT for her amazing week of videos. Makes so much sense.
Musing: These tags continue to amuse me. Day trip. Hunh???
And a littl oops....thought I posted a while back. Oops.
I LOVE TO...
What do you love to do? What do you like to do? What do you kinda sorta maybe okay might...yes, that's too many words. What do you like and love to do?
Sometimes, we have a lot on our minds. Like a lot. Like a whole big chunk of lots and then we simply don't take the time for ourselves to switch gears, quiet our minds, and allow other thoughts to come in. Maybe thoughts about what we love or like. Maybe even who we love or like.
One of the reasons creativity and expression be can of benefit is not just because it's a distraction but because it can free the mind, allowing more purposeful thoughts to come in. For some of us it can be something we find we are good at. At the end of the expressive process, there are tangible results. Results that can help to move us forward in our courageous steps.
Hey, I'm good at this. Hey, I feel better. Hmm, now what else can I try that I wasn't so sure about?
Thoughts, issues and concerns that circle in the mind take up a lot of space and energy. This is energy that can be used to move forward creativity and creative options. Options are choices. Perhaps a topic for a later time.
Some of you may not wish to pick up a pen, brush or crayon. Some may not want to type or journal. But, some may just want to stack dishes nice and neatly. If that's you, at the end, admire your creative expression. Sit back and enjoy the rest of your day.
In Love and Expression,
Yasmeen
Song: Free Your Mind by En Vogue
Mood: Strong sleepy dancing
Special: Sleep. Woke up great. Groovy meditations this week.
Thanx: To RG for the lovely feedback.
