Blog Post: "Create a Colorful Journey"

My painting, “Create a Colorful Journey” is symbolic expression of life’s most exciting and mysterious call to the unknown future in each of our lives. For some, the journey is not so mysterious because early on, the young person knew exactly what they wanted to do and they were passionate about it. Others might have had difficulty or confusion in deciding, but eventually straightened it all out. Then there are those that wanted to do something beautiful with their lives and for many years struggled because of lack of confidence, money or motivation to even attempt the journey. The latter option was me and in a way, I could not see how trauma and its deeply embedded fallout was a major part of following my dreams with all my heart.

This fallout was from trauma, leaving fear as a by product that kept me stuck and going through the motions and doing part of the work, but the release of the heart-brain and all of its power was lacking. My heart had to understand what was happening and get out of the pattern and excuses that were holding me captive. Overcoming this was a process and processes can take time. The MOST important things to understand to begin with, is that trauma can hold you back in life for as long as it is left unattended and is never addressed. But the moment the decision is made to overcome this roadblock, you set things in motion and your determination and mindset changes from one of stagnancy to development and growth.

This is new life and new direction can be created by all who have turned this corner. Leaning into the imagination can and will create a life of unique beauty because of the uniqueness of your treasures within and all its untapped jewels that many times are not discovered until they manifest. One cannot say that they can’t dream a dream that is wonderful because it is too grand. The creation has to be much larger and more beautiful than where they are at the moment. A dream is a road map to the future golden path that has purpose and the fulfillment of who you truly are. It has the power to uplift you and keep you on course and empowered. I’m not talking about a job, but I’m talking about a heart- expanded direction to accomplish what you came to deliver to your world. So dream that dream and write about it, and rehearse it like a play which you have the starring role. It’s your journey, so dream it in beautiful colors with things that delight you and draw you in that direction. Lead with your heart and let the brain respond to your decisions.

Reflections and writing prompts: Take the time to begin crafting your dream that you can add to as you go along. Envision things that move you and touch you deeply. Keep in mind that powerful negatives in our lives are also powerful tools that give direction. Let your dream be expansive, delightful and beautiful to you, the beholder.