My new article on Tiny Buddha!! Our creative genius shows us possibilities the rational mind can’t see

ByKim Hermanson

It takes courage to follow a creative path. It takes fortitude to go against the norm and follow an inner call. It takes resourcefulness to reassure parents and well-meaning friends & colleagues that you’re not crazy or out of your mind. But when we follow the nudges that don’t make any sense, that’s when whole worlds open up.  Click here to read the article.

I’m SO excited to be part of the Tiny Buddha tribe. ✨

 

 

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