Creative Finds Blog — reflections

Do you have a word for the year?  In 2020 mine was "trust" and it was a rather useful word to look at, read and reflect on as the year unfolded! My word for 2021 is "create", which given the name of my little business, is quite fitting really. I've begun to re-listen (for the 4th time!) to Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and have been reminded once again that we are all creative beings, and our goal is to create and put our work out into the world. That's it. Who knows how, or even if, it will be received. That's...

I love me a good podcast. They're just the best resources for learning on the go and require more concentration - to fill in the visual blanks - than bingeing on Netflix. Once upon a time I'd only ever have Triple J on the radio, but these days, all passengers in my car or visitors to my house are subject to my latest Podcast obsession! I'm not talking True Crime or Fiction at all. I'm talking Business Advice, Interviews, and a whole load of Oprah! Here are my current faves, but I'm always looking for recommendations. Please leave a comment...

My goodness. It's hard to predict what is going to happen next in our wonderful world, isn't it?  I found myself staring down the new month with a severe lack of motivation, so decided to take a week off social media.  When I checked back in, it turns out I wasn't alone - but sadly for most, it wasn't for the lack of mojo. Following the killing of George Floyd, there was a call to the collective to replace time spent scrolling & posting, to stand in solidarity, and educate ourselves on the ongoing racial prejudices that plague societies across the globe.There are so many worthy causes...

I’ve been trying hard to keep my vibe high these past 9+weeks (I’ve actually lost count of how long we’ve been in the Corona cave)...