Hey, 

I just wanted to take the time to share some notions that you may already fathom. Know that your work is beyond admirable, and whenever you feel doubtful, confused, or ready to give up ... 

...remember ... 

... that there are people out there that BELIEVE in you wholeheartedly. You’d be surprised at the amount of people who are affected by your work. These people don’t always have the courage to offer their appreciation for you, but they subconsciously think of what they’d say if they had the solid chance. 

... remember ... 

...being a creative, in every sense of the word, is a long & arduous journey where we, as creatives, face times of glory, and darkness. We won’t always feel immediate success, and we will most definitely require the patience & resilience to endure the trials & tribulations of creation. 

... remember ... 

... that although the light and glamour may be what some creatives seek, it is the darkness that provides us with the undeniable instinct to imagine & create. In that same darkness, we are able to see the glimmers of hope from those people that believe in us most. Those glimmers of hope should be enough to push you forward in your conquest to share the reality that we are NOT alone in our journeys. Our art is the link between us and those who can relate. 

... remember ... 

... we are meant to be those who are misunderstood ... and that’s where the beauty lies. We are the source of the Brand New. We are the engineers of expression. We are what most people fear to be ... pioneers of vulnerability ... 

... remember ... 

... that in light of that vulnerability, we abandon the shields that protect humanity from evil judgement, embracing not only the praise, but also envy. No matter! In the absence of that shield we’ve developed a filter that enables us to use the negativity as fuel for progression. Our notions are perceived in various ways, and that’s totally fine. Art is meant to be interpreted by a plethora of perceptions; in essence, we are walking pieces of art waiting to be analyzed and studied by those that care to embrace us openly and by those whom need something to talk about ... 

And finally...

... remember ... 

Your ability to express yourself is enough reason to believe that you love yourself. In loving yourself, you begin to experience what true love is. In a sense, loving yourself is where true love begins, and you are an example of this by displaying and acting upon your keen ability to share. They say, “sharing is caring;” Am I right, or am I right? In sharing your thoughts, knowledge, drawings, music, sculptures, DIY projects, you are spreading tender love & care to the world.  

 

So, keep on creating!

Embrace your super powers!

Share your imagination with the world! 

But most importantly, always be yourself and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. 

 

Creators aren't imitations; we are the essence of originality. Live up to your calling!

Spread love. Spread Magic. 

- Julio Caezar