I could relate with many of the things on the list, and reading this caused me to think a little deeper into my creative side. I hope to tap it and put my talents back to use. One goal I have is sewing skirts and sundresses for Laica and myself. Since reading the article, I am a little more motivated to get started. Cannot wait to start looking for fun fabrics!
The 18 behaviors previously mentioned are listed below.
According to the article, creative people:
- daydream
- observe everything
- work hours that work for them
- face obstacles head on and turn them around
- seek out new experiences
- "fail up"
- ask the big questions
- people watch
- take risks
- view all of life as an opportunity for self-expression
- follow their true passions
- get out of their own heads
- lose track of time
- surround themselves with beauty
- connect the dots
- shake things up
- make time for mindfulness
Personally, 12 of the 18 behaviors are ones that I believe are relevant to me.
I don't really take risks (I am a nervous person). I have a hard time getting out of my own head. Yoga is helping with that, it is a slow process, but I am learning to quiet my mind and relax more. I usually do not run out of time, but, I do have two small children... so, somtimes yes, I lose track of time. I don't really feel that I "shake things up" but I crave (and need) routine and consistency, as do Cody and my children.
I have been waking before five in the morning as Cody leaves for work, to "take time for mindfulness," and work on my school work. I love that I have converted to a morning person. It feels wonderful to leave the house having done the dishes, a load of laundry, worked on homework, and still have time to shower and get myself ready and lay out the Caden and Laica's clothes before they wake up. I have come to need my quiet morning hours with my chores and most importantly, my coffee.
I found the article easy to relate to and encouraging. The "failing up" part really struck a chord with me. I have certainly overcome some adversity in the past few years. There were many, many times that I was failing, and flailing...but I came out on the other side. I picked up the broken pieces, slowly put them back together, and have ended up in a place that I am so very grateful to be in life.
The last year has contained many highs and lows. Rekindling friendships, losing those same friendships (good riddance, if you ever are curious and ever read this), meeting the love of my life, creating my little family unit, creating new traditions with our blended family, and finally making the effort to finish college (in a timely manner, of course... it has been eight years, after all).
I made a career change that did not end up working out, but it was a total blessing in disguise. I am now my own boss and have the time to be a full-time mommy, student, and partner. Caden broke his arm twice, yes, twice this year. Talk about giving a mommy a panic attack... boys will be boys. :))
So much has happened, but I would not change one second of it, because it has lead me to here. On my couch, music on, homework ready to start, hot chai tea and my favorite people are asleep upstairs. I could not ask to be in a better place.
Until next time, I leave you with a quote:
"I like to be a free spirit. Some do not like that, but that is the way I am."
~Princess Diana
This was taken a few months ago... Love this guy.
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