When I was in graduate school, one thing was drilled into me: KNOW THE LITERATURE. But slogging through endless reams of academic writing felt lifeless. I wasn’t engaging with the material; I was mechanically memorizing names and articles to stash away in my brain. However, when I allowed myself to read something light and fun—like…
We live only to discover beauty. All else is a form of waiting. ~ Kahlil Gibran
In yesterday’s class, I gave students a simple yet thought-provoking task: Go out into the University community and find something visual that catches your eye—it could be as simple as a color. Find a piece of writing or a phrase, such as an EXIT sign or a line from a poster. When the students returned,…
I started a new class at the Sophia Center yesterday, and as always, I emphasized that it’s about the creative process, not the creative product. Living deeply connected to your creative process isn’t just for artists—it’s a way of living fully and authentically. In my experience, being rooted in creativity is the only way to…
I’ve been feeling a little nervous lately. For the past year, I’ve been holding a vision close to my heart, and now it’s time to step forward and act on it. Gulp. When we hold a vision, there’s always that moment of hesitation—the quiet fear of the unknown. But today, I saw the movie A…
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