Use a Talent

Observe the stillness of an orchid in bloom. While activity is going on inside, the petals find a steadiness to allow a sway with the breeze.

How does one free the mind of racing thoughts and fears? 

It takes a focus on the breath and an acknowledgment that the mind can race and one can find a sense of peace within the speed.

Find a place to connect with stillness.

Consider the sounds and temperature around you as energy rather than disruption.

Look inside to discover petals of nourishment that can withstand all types of weather.

Often our greatest talent provides more power than our biggest fear.

Imagine a bird accommodating rough winds and rain. Feathers provide protection and guidance.

 Develop an image of a fear. 

Seek a metaphor. 

Look for a humorous approach.

Dig into the details.

Write to use the power of a great talent to overcome fear.




Revel in the thrill of your accomplishment.

Imagination Explorations

A rare word in English, trouvaille, means a lucky find or an unexpected windfall.  In French, trouvaille refers to the same thing and more. It refers to an interesting or exceptional discovery. This involves a moment of fun or enlightenment generated through efforts of the imagination.

Let your imagination explore.

Leap into an enlightenment.

Discover a scent of mystery.

Listen for the wind's messages.

Breathe into curiosities.

Believe in laughter.

Color past obstacles.












Play with abandon.

What to do with a Pet Peeve

It does not feel like a pet at all. Whatever is a peeve anyway?

This minor annoyance might not cause anyone else distress.  Something just irritates you . . . beyond the limit.

Some have termed it the tiny trifles. A friend or partner's behavior ignites the flames of frustration.  

Maybe a persistent whistle or messiness detracts when one likes silence and an orderly overview. 

It might involve a catsup bottle cap that never finds its right place. The soap rests on the shower floor instead of the rack.

These are meaningless nothings that frickle our fancy.

Take a deep breath or four.

Use creativity to jostle the frustration into a new focus.

 Rather than let it grieve, do something to rhyme with relieve.

What if you name it? 

Horace the Hindrance might fly.

Find ways to make friends with it by designing a dialogue.

Go silly in the strategy.

Train Baron Barks-a-Lot to . . . 
                
Write a story or poem.

               Laugh about it from a different angle? 

Transform a peeve into something playful.