because it was too long

Below is a long blog post about 2014, which I wrote in early January. It’s been sitting there ever since (because it was too long to publish). But now that we are two months into the new year, and because my recent posts have not been doing well at all (I think you can tell by looking at the stats), I figured why not? The end of 2013/the beginning of 2014 has me thinking more than usual on goals for myself as an artist. I started writing down some thoughts before Christmas break: I want to be able to look back on this past year [2013] and say “that really sucked!” instead of feeling like every moment should count towards something. Sometimes life just happens – sometimes you fall ill or your car breaks down or someone gets married or divorced and those things matter. If everything matters then nothing does! You gotta let go of perfectionism; set aside time to live fully rather than focusing solely on the artistic side of yourself. That doesn’t mean neglecting creativity but taking care with how much energy goes where- making sure what comes first always counts more than any other thing no matter if its good business sense or popular opinion says otherwise… And don’t forget family either!! This list will help guide us through next year so keep coming up w/new ideas & suggestions : ) [My notes here were getting pretty crazy.] In order for our lives to feel balanced, fulfilled even when shit hits fan — it takes intentionally choosing what really matters most + setting boundaries around these priorities!!! Like saying no without guilt after being clear on values & vision behind decision.. 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Just cause u do yoga daily doesnt make u perfect person :) — Amanda Palmer (@amandapalmer) December 26, 2013 So that means putting off projects until they become necessary again. Letting go of dreams because I know they won’t come true right away and maybe never at all. Allowing myself to sleep late during weekends, knowing full well it might lead to Monday mornings filled with regret over lost opportunities for progress or improvement on current endeavors—but also recognizing this kinda stuff helps build character which makes us stronger artists later down road anyway ;) [This last part is from another note made at the same time.] We must remember though , that living with purposefulness requires sacrifice . Sacrifices often times include giving up comfort zones ! In exchange gaining perspective on what truly brings joy happiness contentment peace within self ? How else could one justify sacrificial decisions unless aware their heart mind spirit soul wants them done??? Living with Purposefulness requires sacrifices Sometimes we get trapped inside ourselves trying hard enough yet Below is a long blog post about 2015. Below that are links to my favorite photos of the year and then the rest of my favorites from Flickr, Facebook and Instagram (and some other places.) I’m going to be posting more often this next week as we head into Christmas! Enjoy!! Below is a long blog post about 152,037 words and three months of research on the topic. I’m not sure what you want to know but I will try my best to answer any questions that come up during this discussion. We are going live at noon EST! Below is a long blog post about 10 Tips to Becoming an Effective Leader. You can see the full version here: http://leadershipfreak.blogspot.com/2013/05/ten-tips-to-become-effective-leader_4769.html You’ve probably heard it said that leaders are made, not born and this is true when you consider the skills required for successful leadership in today’s business environment. No longer does being able to hire people who will simply do what they’re told cut it; organizations need more than compliant employees. They require team members who feel valued by their organization and motivated to deliver results on time and within budget, with quality work. In short, employers want collaborative individuals who have developed effective communication, interpersonal relations and conflict management skills. The following tips address these critical areas of concern: Tip #1 – Develop your listening skills. A person who has difficulty hearing other points of view or cannot follow instructions may be seen as uncooperative or selfish. Being open minded means being willing to hear different perspectives without allowing yourself to become defensive. Listening also helps identify problems quickly so solutions can be implemented before issues escalate into major concerns. If you find yourself reacting negatively instead of responding positively during conversations then practice active listening techniques such as repeating back key phrases from what was just shared with you verbatim (without adding any commentary). This simple technique alone shows others how interested in them specifically rather than trying hard at appearing like everything goes smoothly all day everyday even though deep down inside things aren’t quite right yet! Employees often report feeling less satisfied working under managers whose primary mode of communicating seems geared towards talking over everyone else versus really understanding where each member stands individually speaking up clearly sharing ideas etcetera… This article offers ten helpful hints aimed toward making sure that both sides benefit equally while ensuring no one feels ignored forgotten neglected abused taken advantage off mistreated misled tricked manipulated pushed around dominated bullied threatened intimidated harassed assaulted battered raped molested violated sexually exploited used forced coerced pressured shamed humiliated insulted embarrassed ridiculed mocked scornfully criticized repressed suppressed subjugated domineered brow beat lorded tyrannically oppressed bossy overbearingly dictatorial autocratic authoritarian despotic totalitarian absolutist absolute monarchy monarchial oligarchical aristocracy plutocratic plutonomy plutopia pleonasm plutocracy kleptocracy cronism cynarchy tyrranny tyrrancy tiranny thiranarchy mammonism Mammon worship Mammon worshipping Mammon Below is a long blog post about 100-years of my family. I had to cut it down, but there are still some good stories here… My maternal grandfather was born in 1897 and lived his entire life on the same farm (now subdivided into many smaller plots) just outside the town limits of Sutton West, Ontario. He married his wife Mary in 1923 while working at her father’s general store. The two eventually took over that business when he retired from farming around 1956 – something he didn’t want to do until then because “the soil wasn’t right for growing”. After their son Larry was born they moved out of the house next door where Grandpa grew up with his parents and seven siblings so they could be close by if needed. They also owned another property further west near Ayr which they rented out during the summer months as cottage country became more popular among city folk who wanted an escape from urban living. My great grandparents died within a year or two after retiring; both suffered from dementia related diseases such as Alzheimer’s Disease before passing away peacefully surrounded by loved ones nearby them at home instead being forced into nursing homes like other seniors were back then due lack available resources/funding etc.. As per tradition each new generation would inherit part ownership shares upon turning 21 years old depending how much money one made through savings accounts & investments accumulated throughout adulthood (which wasn’t easy given limited opportunities). In turn this allowed families keep assets intact rather than having everything sold off piecemeal piece meal fashion whenever someone gets sick enough need help pay bills costs associated hospitalization treatments medications equipment wheelchairs walkers etcetera all those things we take granted today yet weren’t readily accessible only decades ago! Today grandma still lives alone though physically disabled unable move herself independently anymore requiring assistance everyday tasks basic functions even getting dressed eating showering bathroom hygiene needs taken care herself since birth mom passed away unexpectedly last month leaving behind many unanswered questions including why she never told anyone what happened inside mind heart soul spirit energy source power force field connection divine light love universal energy consciousness universe galaxy beyond stars planets moons sun moon earth air water fire earth nature elements forces spiritual realm heaven hell limbo purgatory paradise reincarnation rebirth resurrection ascension transfiguration transformation enlightenment illumination awakening awareness knowledge wisdom understanding comprehending connecting communicating communing conversing interfacing interacting sharing exchanging collaborating cooperating integrating uniting merging coming together joining blending combining fusing amalgamating assimilated incorporate acceptance inclusion integration unity synergy harmony equilibrium balance equilibrium balancing energies