Each of these anecdotes reminds me of a quote from a movie by the Kazdan brothers: “Some people think because they are stronger, or meaner, that they can push you around. I've seen a lot of that. But it's only true if you let it be. The world is what you make of it.”
Read MoreI guess they don’t agree with the concept of gesamtkunstwerk (total work of art): an artwork, design, or creative process where different art forms are combined to create a single cohesive whole.
Read MoreAge quod agis means “Do what you are doing.”
Read MorePerhaps that implies that the reverse is also true: a divine gift can be profound bliss.
Read More“As you create, you will naturally improve. Do not wait until you think you are good enough to start. You are always good enough to start improving.”
Read MoreBusiness mentors are there to help someone change their mindset and approach to business success.
Read MoreWe want somebody to help us prioritize and stay accountable to our schedule, help us get into the right frame of mind when things become difficult, and to provide the tools and experience we need to stay on task. It's like having both a guide and a cheerleader because doing that on our own can be exhausting.
Read More"I don't like to write, but I love having written." - Dorothy L. Sayers
Read MoreI spent years selling my intellectual labor and abilities to colleges and universities so that I could thrive; now I enjoy selling my artistic and creative labor and abilities instead.
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