Each one of our precious, unique Lives are essentially works in progress . . . collectively composed of little 'chips' here and there applied over long stretches of time. And ever-so-slowly with great patience and a continuously evolving sense of inner understanding, forms take shape, things and ideas gradually make more sense . . . destinies become more clearly defined.
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Perfectionism: The Creative Road To Nowhere
Aiming for excellence in your chosen field is the sign of a Master craftsman in the making . . . but striving for perfectionism almost always guarantees a zero return on your efforts. If sheer output stands as a legacy of living a full creative Life, then the only thing a perfectionist typically has to show for his/her good intentions are a bunch of projects left undone.
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Turns Out, You Actually Don’t HAVE To Quit Your Day Job . . .
Who says an artist can't work a day gig and still find the time to do their creative work?
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Why Comparing Yourself To Mozart - Or Anyone - Is Pointless
Comparing yourself and your work to another artist's is a leading cause of 'death' among creatives all over the world. Don't do it.
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The Need For Speed?
When it comes to making art, there’s a lot to be said about taking your time. But might there be times when doing something rapidly - without thinking too much - might yield the best results?
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Teach Yourself
Technically, they’re called autodidacts, but I’d rather call them ‘Self-Taught.’ These are people who didn’t waste their time or money bothering with earning some ridiculous degree/certificate/credential or whatever. They learned by doing.
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