Creative Inspiration

Accepting Applause

Applause isn't about you. Applause is something the audience needs to express to in order complete their experience. Applause is created by them (notice that you can't really make them do it) and it is created for them.  They may think they are applauding you, but...

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Loneliness Is A Serious Illness

Loneliness is a very serious illness that often goes unrecognized and undiagnosed. The consequences of a lonely heart include chronic sorrow, creative stultification and a lot of internal yelling at yourself. Sometimes we feel lonely even though we're in a group....

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2 of 7: It Just Hasn’t Been The Right Time

Here's Reason #2 why Procrastination Is Genius In Disguise: Go here to get the recording (it's waaaaaaaaaay down at the bottom of the page): http://www.getitdoneteleclass.com/fall/ We discussed in yesterday's email about how Procrastination is your friend, because it...

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1 of 7: Why Procrastination Is Genius In Disguise

Here's reason #1 why Procrastination Is Genius In Disguise: Procrastination is genius because it hurts. Procrastination causes you pain. It would be one thing if you could put stuff off and then just la-di-da around all carefree and happy. But you don't - you put it...

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No More Putting On Plays In The Backyard

Honey, it is time to move your work to a bigger venue. Today, if possible. I know it doesn't feel ready and I know you're not sure how and I know the new website isn't up yet and you haven't lost the weight and your not sure if your skills are what they should be and...

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That Panicky Feeling

That Panicky Feeling

You know that panicky feeling you get when you're about to make a big move? Don't let it deter you - it's only old ghosts and shadows that will disappear as the sun rises. Sitting at my desk a few weeks ago, about to hit the button that would send out the announcement...

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