Creativity allows us to prioritize the present moment over our thinking. We’re the most human when we’re being creative. And when we give something–a project, a seminar, a relationship, a dilemma–space, the next right action naturally presents itself.
After I finished my Ph.D. at the University of Chicago, I tried very hard to do what I was ‘supposed’ to do—interview for an academic teaching position at some sort of prestigious university. But I couldn’t do it. Instead, I moved to the wilderness of northwest Montana. Here’s what happened instead: I developed self-reliance. In…
There are certain metaphors for change and transformation that occur over and over again in the world’s literature. They are: Transitioning from caterpillar to butterfly Awakening from the dream of reality Uncovering the veils of illusion Moving from captivity to liberation Purification by inner fire Going from darkness to light Moving from fragmentation into wholeness…
Many who teach, train, coach, or mentor focus on content and strategies, but it’s the opening of space that’s transformative. When we focus solely on content, learning becomes static. We have no room to let the wisdom under the surface reveal itself. Try shifting your focus to the space. ✨ For more about the potency…
Joseph Campbell said, “The way of the artist and the way of the mystic are very much alike, except the mystic does not have a craft.” Creativity is not just a personal tool for our projects. It’s an alignment with a higher intelligence. The creative process allows us to have a conversation with Something greater…
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