Planting Seeds of Intent: Creation. Creativity. Gratitude.
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The intent or power word that best resonates with me right now is Creation. It represents the birthing of ideas into fruition. It is about the need to be authentic to my inner vision and to trust that the marketplace will support me in my work. In being authentic, it is about claiming ownership what is inherent in me all along – my creative self. Of course, Creation and Creativity springs from Abundance – the power word which drives my overall intent and this blog.
Nature Tapestry Calendar for 2010 available at Affirmation Mart.
Creativity
For a long time, I associated creativity with artistic talents. Well, I never did not have the chance to develop my artistic abilities from young. Perhaps it was because I did okay in my academic results. So there never was a reason for me to consider studying art seriously. After all, based on popular beliefs and perhaps back in the old days for the majority of artists, the creative profession was never known to be a career that paid well. Compare that to being a banker, accountant, lawyer or a doctor. And so I never got that much of a chance to pick up the paint brush as much as I would like to have.
What was great was once I started my banking career, however, I could afford classes that encourage creativity. I dabbled in pottery, folk art, jewelry design, and graphic design in my spare time. At one stage, I also made some loose change from selling my creations; even though I did not have any proper qualifications. The beginning signs of an entrepreneur? However, I put a stop to all my hobbies with the birth of my two girls.
About three to four years back, I started focusing on inner work. I spent my available time doing energy releases, past life clearing and meditation; as first helping myself, then my family, friends and clients. There was hardly time for anything else, on top of minding my two young kids.
What emerged interestingly, was the chance to develop other aspects of creativity with the rise of this blog. Writing for it allowed me self-expression. I found myself happily designing headers, and spending hours making mind movies, creating videos, amending my photos, etc. I did almost everything on my own. In the last year, I started also using my own photos to go with the posts I publish. Okay…so I didn’t follow the rulebook of top internet marketers – that is to outsource design work to freelancers in India. But hey, I really enjoyed myself in the process!!
And so it is for me. Creativity is not just about painting a picture or designing a logo. It is how I can integrate many aspects of my life together in a creative output. Work is a seamless expression of my true nature. I still do not have all the answers on how the “final” output is going to look like. I suspect that there is no “final” product to begin with. Because my work is constantly evolving. Who I am is constantly evolving.
I make the intent to bring out the playful, creative and fun side of myself even greater this year. When I work from an inner creative space, I am connected to my feelings. In the silence, I can guided by an inner voice on how best to express myself. I am no Picasso but most certainly, my works are creations made with love.
(In a recent survey titled “I Can’t Get No…Job Satisfaction, That Is”, a survey funded by 2000 corporations around the world showed job satisfaction at lowest level. While other polls showed relatively stable numbers, this survey reported a decline. What was interesting to me was that in the same newspaper report – Straits Times Monday Jan 18 – it was said that the happiest workers are people in helping professions or doing creative work!! )
Creation
Incidentally, I received a number of “signs” that have affirmed the same power word of Creation for me. For instance, when I used my favorite pack of divination cards at the start of this year, I pulled out “Ostara: Fertility” card. On the card were the words “It is the perfect time for you to start new projects, access new ideas, and give birth to new conditions”.
Most certainly, with a card like “Ostara”, you won’t find me sitting on my butt and twiddling my thumbs for too long!
Gratitude
I started the year with the intent of “Inspiration” but had a gnawing feeling that I wanted something new to connect with. With regards to intent of inspiration, as of some time ago, I have decided that I would like to inspire others through my site. My intent is to show others the qualities with which I craft my life, inspiring others to do the same with theirs.
Then, I woke up this morning with the word: Gratitude. I realized that in recent weeks, I kept coming to the message of showing thanks and appreciation in several places. I have more thoughts to share on this. Do keep a lookout for the post!
Year of Planting Seeds
Life is one big adventure for me! Naturally so, ever since I have taken the less trodden path of becoming self-employed. I believe that 2010 will be another exciting year for me.
I have started the year with the birth of Affirmation Mart. It sure seems to be the year for planting seeds and watching them take root and grow.
Well, let’s just see how my intent of Creation, Creativity and Gratitude plays out! I look forward to the unfolding of my journey!! May the fun begin!
Any Comments
Are you working on anything new for 2010? New ideas, projects, books, programs? What seeds are you intending to plant firmly into the ground?
Abundance always,
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Evelyn Reply:
January 24th, 2010 at 1:51 pm
Good for you, Eduard! Thumbs up to working smart! I like the idea of making wise choices in what we focus energy on. The thing is also to enjoy the journey!
With love,
Evelyn