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Finding Balance

6/25/2014

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First an introduction to my most recent painting.... " Solstice ".  I used acrylic paint on a black gesso'd canvas.  This one is a little smaller than my usual at 12x24 and is also horizontal.

So re: balance..... I hopped on the scale this morning hoping for some kind of miracle and was disappointed.  It seems that I have put on some weight.  So, how do I find balance.  When I am painting, i get quite lost in it and I am sitting for several hours... taking breaks only to make lunch and have coffee.   It seems that burning creative energy does not equal burning calories.... what a disappointment that is.  I need to make some changes here.

My inspiration comes from being outdoors... hiking, walking etc..  I don't want to get to a place where I am physically unable to hike.  I also would love to get back into skiing this coming season.  So... I am going to make time for some activity each day.  I am going to schedule it in.  I will start with daily walks, with some hiking thrown in on the days I'm not painting.  I will start making some healthier food choices as well.  I WILL find this balance.  

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8/6/2022 08:55:11 am

nks for sharing the article, and more importantly, your personal experience mindfully using our emotions as data about our inner state and knowing when it’s better to de-escalate by taking a time out are great tools. Appreciate you reading and sharing your story since I can certainly relate and I think others can to

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8/6/2022 09:04:38 am

g the article, and more importantly, your personal experience mindfully using our emotions as data about our inner state and knowing when it’s better to de-escalate by taking a time out are great tools. Appreciate you reading and sharing your story since I can certainly relate and I think others can to

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