While I’ve been working to get this blog ready to launch I’ve also found my head spinning with expectations. What if it’s not good enough? There are so many courageous people out there, putting their art, their voices, faces, opinions and ideas up for consumption. I’ve never been one of them. In the days of Tik Tok, Instagram, YouTube, Twitch and myriad other platforms its so easy to participate in content creation. With so many talented people making their work available to us, I feel humbled sharing my own little corner of the universe. I catch myself being skeptical of my worth, but then I realized it’s not really about me at all.
The internet is a collective work in process. A place to share and gather information of every sort, a way to connect with and impact others and a portal through which we can transfer files, currency, and ideas. I have, as I’m sure many people have, gotten so much value out of this limitless resource whether it be through learning, connecting with others, finding comfort in a kindred soul or perusing my favorite topics. Until now I have been a spectator enjoying the fruits of other people’s labor. I guess my new perspective is that if even one person finds any value out of my photography or my posts then my job is done. If I can make a difference for a handful of people that will be enough, and it’s all I can ask for. The critic in me softened with this small epiphany and a reprieve from my own constant criticism inspired a quiet moment – which inspired this post filled with some quiet moments I’ve enjoyed recently. If you’ve ever been afraid of putting yourself or your work out there, I hope you find courage in knowing you’re not alone and that what you share could help someone!
Hoping you have found your quiet moments no matter what your head is spinning with this week. Take care.
A peaceful moment infusing oils with herbs for later use in salves. A much needed cup of coffee. Making a DIY beeswax candle with local beeswax. Beautiful shadows and an afternoon breeze gracing our window. A quiet moment of gratitude by candlelight on a balmy evening. Reading and learning about the things that inspire me.
