I am trying my best these days to sit, breathe and listen to my inner guidance about my art and the life I want. I feel very lucky that my life's purpose and art are meant to walk the same path together. This seems more and more apparent to me the more immersed I become in my art and the more I ask the question, " What is my purpose in life?". I hear the whispers telling me to believe in myself, love myself, and be inspired. Only then can I pay it forward and help others to see their own lights, gifts and beauty. This blog has been an amazing gift to me. Each Small Sweet Step I have taken has gotten me closer to seeing my own light, worth, and the life I am meant to live. Thank you so much for helping me to sit, breathe, and listen.
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Great post :) its been less than a year since I started to experiment with art after finally realizing there isn't anything else I enjoy doing quite as much! I still doubt my ability and my work though but hoping as I keep creating I'll find my way...
I love all your designs, you are super talented!
Posted by: {COZAMIA} | 05/31/2011 at 10:01 PM
Dearest sweet sweet stephanie, such a beautiful and very inspiring post! This exact same question has been lingering in my mind these days too. I think becoming me is my purpose and realizing what leads to giving me true joy. And i totally agree with you that we can start paying it forward when we whole heartedly "believe in myself, love myself, and be inspired". Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on things with us. You and your art are both my inspiration! Have a lovely merry happy day and love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | 06/01/2011 at 09:06 PM
Oh Jacqueline! I love your comments, they are so sweet and heartfelt. Thanks for sharing with me and confirming that I am on the right path!
hugs.
Posted by: Stephanie Ryan | 06/01/2011 at 11:19 PM
Cozamia, I know how you feel about doubting your work, I still do. This blog's main purpose when I first started it was for me to put it all out there, no matter what I thought of it. That has helped me so much and has built up my confidence. I spent a year experimenting with different looks and techniques before finally finding my look...passion. Keep it up and believe in yourself! That is half the battle.
Posted by: Stephanie Ryan | 06/01/2011 at 11:39 PM
love the art, love the person, too!!!
Posted by: Maureen Flynn | 06/17/2011 at 04:54 PM