The Artist's Declaration of Independence.
“In order to change the world,
you have to get your head together first.”
you have to get your head together first.”
– Jimi Hendrix
I claim independence
from negative thoughts and self-criticism and the need to compare
myself to others instead of focusing on how to be the best at what I do.
I claim independence
from the judgments of others. I will not be diminished by those who
seek to make me feel small or limit my ability to truly shine.
I claim independence from the unyielding desire for the approval of others at a cost to my personal well-being and sense of purpose.
I claim independence from the fear and doubt that keeps me from creating my most beautiful and most powerful work.
I claim independence from a life of struggle and difficulty. Instead, I choose optimism, success, and possibility.
BIG Love,
-Kesha★
-Kesha★
Kesha this post is great and just what I needed to read at exactly the right time, don't you just love it when that happens?! Thanks, Christine.
ReplyDeleteI'll be re-posting it every year! Which declaration is your favorite? Mine is:
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Kesha, Love your courage and empowerment! Thanks for this post.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jane---I do what I can for the cause!
DeleteKesha, I love this. Retweeting and sharing with the art community here in my area.
ReplyDeleteI have been sharing your website with them, and it has been so helpful.
Thanks.
Gina
Thanks Gina. What community do you find yourself in at the moment?
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