Scott, I "met" you at Susan's Candlelight session this past Sunday. I find you and Susan both incredibly down to earth and accessible, and was grateful for that time together to reflect on so much: how our childhood impulses and what gave us joy then can point us in new directions as adults; the interplay between "lower grumbles and higher grumbles", going toward people who are on your frequency, and the idea of "messy minds." That really caught my attention, so I bought your book Wired for Creativity. At 58, pivoting to something(s) new--some known, some unknown--I'm looking forward to how my messy mind is going to create! Thanks again for spending your time with that group.
“I think we get farther focusing on joy, rather than willpower”. I think I agree with this. I’ve always stuck more at things that give me joy rather than what I think I “should”. But not everything gives you joy yet is necessary. Interesting read thanks.
"If you tend to begin your days overwhelmed with stressful thoughts..." Reading this struck a chord with me, especially considering my experience this morning. Until now, I hadn't settled on any New Year's resolutions, but I've just decided on one: refrain from browsing the news each morning and opt for reading poetry instead.
I'm member of both of your Substacks, and I enjoy learning such different (albeit you show they have things in common) but meaningful topics. Can't wait!
Scott, I "met" you at Susan's Candlelight session this past Sunday. I find you and Susan both incredibly down to earth and accessible, and was grateful for that time together to reflect on so much: how our childhood impulses and what gave us joy then can point us in new directions as adults; the interplay between "lower grumbles and higher grumbles", going toward people who are on your frequency, and the idea of "messy minds." That really caught my attention, so I bought your book Wired for Creativity. At 58, pivoting to something(s) new--some known, some unknown--I'm looking forward to how my messy mind is going to create! Thanks again for spending your time with that group.
Always a sweet pleasure and a calm
to a cloudy day to read Susan’s thoughtful insights❤️
“I think we get farther focusing on joy, rather than willpower”. I think I agree with this. I’ve always stuck more at things that give me joy rather than what I think I “should”. But not everything gives you joy yet is necessary. Interesting read thanks.
"If you tend to begin your days overwhelmed with stressful thoughts..." Reading this struck a chord with me, especially considering my experience this morning. Until now, I hadn't settled on any New Year's resolutions, but I've just decided on one: refrain from browsing the news each morning and opt for reading poetry instead.
See you on Sunday pal!
I'm member of both of your Substacks, and I enjoy learning such different (albeit you show they have things in common) but meaningful topics. Can't wait!