Embrace the Mystery

I admit it. I have mixed feelings about surprises. My Wild side craves  adventure, the latest challenge, trips into the unknown. However (and this is a BIG however),  poor little Much Afraid who also inhabits my skin likes to plan carefully and is more than comfortable with the predictable and tame. Sometimes my Wild side wants to throttle Much Afraid, but the feeling is completely mutual.

So the other day as I was considering the upcoming Art Journaling 101 class I was to teach, Much Afraid and my Wild side did heavy battle. Much Afraid predicted failure piled high and deep. The Wild One insisted it would be educational, inspirational and fun. When I worked in my journal that day, both had a voice as you can see...

EMBRACE MYSTERY

I'm finding that both voices bring something to the table. I can appreciate both the caution and the desire for adventure. It is my job to moderate these inner battles. Sift through all the information and make an informed and healthy choice. One governed by both wisdom and truth.

The class was a success, by the way. I met some incredible artists who had an enjoyable play date with their creativity. And they were inspired. I am so glad I did it, and I hope to do it again.

So, precious ones, remember:  we learn and grow through experience. Fear of failure can keep us from stepping up to that unknown task, but no one learned anything without a little bit of failure. Give yourself permission to do that new thing today. You know I'm rooting for you. Always.

Because I love you. Bunches.