There are so many times I've dressed up decisions when deep down inside I've known they're self-protective and driven by feeling unworthy. My ego just couldn't handle listening to that. I'm only just realising how limiting that is, especially when you're someone like me who doesn't like to bulldoze through things with bravado.
I wish I'd learned this earlier. If we want education to be holistic and life-affirming, it's definitely something that should be part of a kid's experience.
This was really nice to read, Scott. In trying to improve my own writing in any way possible, I've listened to lots of gurus say the key is sharing personal stories and being vulnerable in that. I think I've seen that modeled now through you and can say it definitely works. It's always nice to get to know you a little better each time I read your work as well. And, ouch, those were some expensive lessons for you but I suppose we all pay equally in our lives even if it isn't financially.
I'm not sure who told me this, but there really isn't many new ideas. There's definitely an infinite number of unique stories and contexts though! And that's how humans seem to learn best. I'm glad you've found my work helpful in your own creative process.
Money comes and goes man. I personally would rather have the evolution then the money...but I guess that is either/or thinking and I suppose there is a harmonious way to have both! : )
Thank you for sharing, Scott. Your vulnerability and willingness to share and teach others brings sunlight to the experience, and helps all of us heal from the errors we've made.
It depends what "good" means. I think it works towards evolution in the grand scheme of things. Many times that mean getting into situations that we'd define as uncomfortable, but that we probably needed to go through in order to realize what caused us to get there at a later point. It seems like some people have less negative reflection tendencies then others...maybe that's Karma. I don't know!
It’s wild how our scripts about how work is supposed to be done historically always involved abandoning creative work or undermining it. Seems like we are just starting to dig out.
TOTALLY. I think there is a construct that creative endeavors aren't safe. We are told things like the income curves of creatives or "starving artists" narratives that make it seem very unrealistic and scary
Thanks Jeff! It was a joy to write. If you don't mind sharing, what did you like about it? I am always trying to understand what resonates and how to hone my ability to communicate ideas. Feel free to DM me on twitter if you feel more comfortable
Life does gets better -- and simpler! I have a feeling that are souls are laughing their butts off with all the complex puzzles we create for ourselves but if we're here...why not?
For sure simpler, and more restful. I do think though that we do need to go through these things. I'm not sure its deterministic, but a part of the evolutionary experience. Otherwise, it'd be quite boring : )
Absolutely here for the experience -- especially for the more driven, creator oriented souls, though I doubt life in a monastery, though attractive on the outside, is any easier. My sense is that If we can truly balance rest and creation, we will advance further. But even if we're a complete "mess" it's all good. We'll just keep rollin'...
Man, this really struck a chord.
There are so many times I've dressed up decisions when deep down inside I've known they're self-protective and driven by feeling unworthy. My ego just couldn't handle listening to that. I'm only just realising how limiting that is, especially when you're someone like me who doesn't like to bulldoze through things with bravado.
I wish I'd learned this earlier. If we want education to be holistic and life-affirming, it's definitely something that should be part of a kid's experience.
Thanks Scott for this honest, reflective piece.
This was really nice to read, Scott. In trying to improve my own writing in any way possible, I've listened to lots of gurus say the key is sharing personal stories and being vulnerable in that. I think I've seen that modeled now through you and can say it definitely works. It's always nice to get to know you a little better each time I read your work as well. And, ouch, those were some expensive lessons for you but I suppose we all pay equally in our lives even if it isn't financially.
I'm not sure who told me this, but there really isn't many new ideas. There's definitely an infinite number of unique stories and contexts though! And that's how humans seem to learn best. I'm glad you've found my work helpful in your own creative process.
Money comes and goes man. I personally would rather have the evolution then the money...but I guess that is either/or thinking and I suppose there is a harmonious way to have both! : )
Thank you for sharing, Scott. Your vulnerability and willingness to share and teach others brings sunlight to the experience, and helps all of us heal from the errors we've made.
How does one dissect what is our limited thinking versus our soul reality? Food for thought
My experience is that it emerges in the stillness, and over time becomes more clear, direct, and distinguishable.
Scott, Question - Does the unconscious always work toward the good? For me it plays against the word sabotage. D
It depends what "good" means. I think it works towards evolution in the grand scheme of things. Many times that mean getting into situations that we'd define as uncomfortable, but that we probably needed to go through in order to realize what caused us to get there at a later point. It seems like some people have less negative reflection tendencies then others...maybe that's Karma. I don't know!
Thanks, Scott. D
It’s wild how our scripts about how work is supposed to be done historically always involved abandoning creative work or undermining it. Seems like we are just starting to dig out.
TOTALLY. I think there is a construct that creative endeavors aren't safe. We are told things like the income curves of creatives or "starving artists" narratives that make it seem very unrealistic and scary
Really enjoyed reading this story. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Jeff! It was a joy to write. If you don't mind sharing, what did you like about it? I am always trying to understand what resonates and how to hone my ability to communicate ideas. Feel free to DM me on twitter if you feel more comfortable
Life does gets better -- and simpler! I have a feeling that are souls are laughing their butts off with all the complex puzzles we create for ourselves but if we're here...why not?
For sure simpler, and more restful. I do think though that we do need to go through these things. I'm not sure its deterministic, but a part of the evolutionary experience. Otherwise, it'd be quite boring : )
Absolutely here for the experience -- especially for the more driven, creator oriented souls, though I doubt life in a monastery, though attractive on the outside, is any easier. My sense is that If we can truly balance rest and creation, we will advance further. But even if we're a complete "mess" it's all good. We'll just keep rollin'...
Agreed!
Thanks man. It’s something that we all go through. Appreciate you sharing your experience