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Denice Taylor Rinks's avatar

I’ve been experiencing this throughout my life but lately more so due to health issues. I’ve not been able to get into my studio and work for about a year. I stand outside the door and cry so deeply. It’s so crazy how I long to paint as if it is to survive! Your explanation here describes my experience and inner struggles. As I’m healing physically, I put myself inside my studio even if it’s only for five minutes. I’ll get there. Small steps. But I just want to say that this resonates with me in a very deep way!! I look forward to your book as well 💯🙏🏻

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Richie Barnes's avatar

I spoke with my GF a few weeks ago challenging her about the false solace of seeking out living in the light (solis), avoiding the darkness.

Life needs be lived on the edge of darkness to expand the border. For the light to expand. Retreating only expands the darkness.

Dare to look into the abyss [as Nietzsche said best], engage the daemon square in the face, lock its gaze, and diminish it.

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