Huge shout out to @Sebastian Holle for showing some love in the live doodle session today. Please share your cool creation in the members gallery!! He had limited amount of time but it was perfect to demonstrate how: 1. easy it is to get into doodling 2. tap into the curiosity and intuitive guidance 3. filling up the positive joy reservoir for you to access for the rest of your day Follow this video and allow yourself to be immersive into the spacious of experiencing yourself.. Enjoy you by Drawing Freely!! Also any guess what the acronym I created for O of DOODLE?

There is a certain answer to it, but I bet you will argue with it! As you might expect, I will surely push back because you already told me the answer... You have, even if we hadn't actually connected with one another. Even if you don't practice any sort of art or haven't in a long, long time... How? Well, you are here in this community with all of us, right? There is something within you that resonates with being an artist! Otherwise, you simply wouldn't have joined or would have already opted out. Why am I hammering this point so hard? Because I think claiming yourself as an artist is a pretty sure way to connect to your soul or find one. Okay, can you claim this? Claim that you are absolutely an artist? Because this is absolute crucial before we can move to the next step! If you still cannot, that's ok! We are in this together, share below the challenge your brain is presenting you, as it shows up!

@Maia Beatty reminded me of one of the most powerful practices for unleashing your inner artist! It’s not a new concept. In fact, there is a whole book with that exact title. Yet, it is still severely overlooked and underused! This missed opportunity can lead to feelings of fraud or stagnation in your creative journey. It’s so simple you might not even think to do it. So far, it’s one of our most impactful practices - and it is RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE. If you’ve followed my Instagram, you’ll know I regularly practice this shamelessly. Show or display your work! There are multiple levels to it; I’ll share 3 here: 1. Tape your creation to the wall. 2. Show your creation to another human being in person. 3. Take a picture of your creation and post it here in the member’s gallery. If you can manage all 3, you will see your creative confidence rise almost instantly. Before your brain comes up with any outs, It’s working. Austin Kleon wrote it for us for a reason. It speaks to the soul. So it’s time to unleash the inner artist. P.S. I know it’s easier to cheer for other people’s work than to show our own, so let’s us be each other’s cheerleaders! I’ll be happy to go first and I nominate @Maia Beatty to post yours here and the nominate another member. How do you feel about this challenge?

🎨 Welcome to Soul Chill Canvas! 🌿 Hey, creative souls! We're thrilled to welcome you to our newly reimagined community, ‘Soul Chill Canvas’! If you're looking for a relaxed, pressure-free space to unleash your creativity, you've found your home. So, What’s Soul Chill Canvas all about? We believe in embracing our inner "lazy creative" – here, it's all about creating at your own pace and finding joy in the process. Whether you're doodling, painting, or simply soaking in the creative vibes, this is your sanctuary. What can you expect? - Monthly Themes: Each month, we'll explore a different theme to inspire and guide our creative journeys. - Engaging Workshops: Join us for fun, laid-back workshops like "Lazy Sunday Doodles" and "Chill & Paint Nights." - Featured Member Art: We'll regularly highlight amazing creations from our members – your art could be next! - Community and Connection: Share your creative spaces, ask questions, and connect with fellow lazy creatives. We’re so excited to start this journey with you. Let's chill & create art, not stress 🌟 👉🏼 Step 1: Introduce Yourself! Drop a comment below and tell us a bit about yourself. Here are some questions for you to start with: 1. What's your name/nickname? 2. Where are you in the world? 3. What is your birth month & your favorite thing about that month? 4. What's your favorite way to express yourself creatively? 5. What topics are you excited to discuss or learn about? 6. What support do you desire from this community? 7. What workshop would you be excited to see here? 👉🏼 Step 2: Watch this video to learn how Soul Chill Canvas + Skool work, unlock courses, and make the most of the community! 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: - Share your journey with us, both the good and the bad. Transparency and authenticity are essential on the creative journey and helpful to other members. - Level up quickly to unlock new courses by commenting and posting your insights or questions in the Community Dashboard. - Hit 'Like' 👍🏼 or comment on posts you find helpful to let the poster know! #communitybuilding - Add a bio + profile photo. - Positive vibes + full on authenticity only!!! - If you ever get stuck, feel overwhelmed, or are unsure about the 'next step,' post about it on the Community Dashboard so we can help you! - Use the "category" dropdown to categorize your posts.

Yes, you read that right! I wrote about a young adult and a man who channels extraterrestrial beings (ET). I didn't intentionally seek to follow either of them. I came across the YouTuber through my kids and husband, and I discovered the ET channeler through doom scroll 🤓. The YouTuber's content showcases his everyday life, such as getting coffee, skateboarding, and going on dates with his girlfriend. However, he also does more extreme things like 30-day bucket list challenges, meeting the world's tallest and shortest people, and even hiding in his roommate's closet for three days as a prank. 🤯 The ET channeler, on the other hand, answers questions about life, purpose, and various other topics that people ask him. There seem to be no limits to the topics they cover. The YouTuber's life wasn't always this exciting. He was once broke, depressed, and living in his grandmother's basement. Despite grinding away at YouTube every day, he wasn't gaining much traction. What connected the YouTuber and the ET channeler was their emphasis on a particular concept that became prominent during the YouTuber's lowest point: DO WHAT EXCITES!!! This motto is central to the YouTuber's life (and is now also his brand, which he sells merch for). Simply put, he lives by this motto, choosing what excites him, whether he has two million options or just two. The ET channeler's "excitement formula" includes five steps: 1. Follow what excites you in the moment. 2. Do your best and push your limits. 3. Act without expecting a specific outcome. 4. Stay positive, no matter what. 5. Reflect on your beliefs and let go of fear-based ones. In general, we tend to complicate things unnecessarily, including myself. So, let's start simplifying things. Whatever choice you face today, let excitement guide you every step of the way. At the end of the day, reflect on how your day was driven by excitement. PS. If you're interested in learning more about these individuals, please comment below, and I'll share their names with you.