When I am tired, I become unsettled and when I am unsettled, I start wondering..questioning..doubting...
gulp.
"Am I doing what I am supposed to be doing??"
"Am I doing enough??"
"Am I doing too much??"
Late yesterday afternoon, I started wandering around, not wanting to do anything specific and knew that I just needed to relax.
Easier said than done.
How does one "just relax" when there is so much world noise going on, even when it is super quiet?
and then, last night, I remembered....
I doodle.
duh.
so I wrote out this phrase:
"Only I can be me and you can be you, so let's work together and see what we can do.."
and then I started coloring...and that is exactly what I did last night...
I colored.
Just me, the couch and my markers...for a few hours...and I colored myself down off that wall of wonder.
This morning, that wonder, questioning and doubt was lifted by a single email that reminded me of what I already know...and I picked up my little Moleskin and added a new page.
and this is me reminding you of something you probably already know...
Use 'em.
Your gifts, your talents, your abilities...
Use' em to make a difference.
I love love love all your doodles and art .. you are beyond talented. I've taken your doodle class and I find myself doodling to just empty my mind and regroup .. it's like creative therapy .. thank you so much for introducing me to the world of doodling .. never would of found it without you ! Your blog inspires me often :) Have a great day !
Posted by: Mall Rat | July 30, 2012 at 07:58 AM
Gorgeous doodles, and perfect messages - thank you for your constant calming inspiration :)
Posted by: Kirsten J | July 30, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Love this message....needed it today:)
Posted by: Jean McNulty | July 30, 2012 at 11:57 AM
Dang girl, you so talented! Love that you share it. Keep it going!
Posted by: Beca | July 30, 2012 at 12:23 PM
Love your phrases and your art. Can't wait to see it completed. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Christine www.acornapron.blogspot.com | July 30, 2012 at 01:05 PM
It's funny how we question everything......thanks for reminding me of our gifts......Love your inspiration xxx
Posted by: kaz | July 31, 2012 at 06:23 AM
I was searching through pinterest this morning, trying to come down off of my own wall and was led to the blog. This post meant so much to me. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and strategies. They made a difference.
Posted by: Lynn | July 31, 2012 at 09:38 AM
You DO make a difference, Stephanie! Don't ever doubt it. You are a kind, generous soul :)
Posted by: Pam L | July 31, 2012 at 09:31 PM
This post resonates so much with me at the moment as I am putting into place just that - using my talents for a greater purpose.
Thanks
Posted by: Colleen Fawkner | August 01, 2012 at 09:27 PM
what are you colouring on ?
I have only just found your blog and am captivated with your amazing pieces, but I am intrigued by your colouring was it your couch??
Mette
Posted by: Mette | August 10, 2012 at 06:37 AM
Mette...it is a big piece of canvas!
Posted by: Stephanie Ackerman | August 10, 2012 at 07:14 AM