As we sat in a hookah bar in New York City late on Christmas Eve, after an amazingly fun packed day (the brief was: 'Vibrant') of festive wonders from MoMA's latest exhibit: Magritte: The Mystery of the Ordinary 1926 - 1936, fancy champagne and nibbles at the Ritz-Carlton (a special treat for this nomad), a cool stroll through Central Park, Indian cuisine at the most gastronomically delicious Tamarind restaurant, a few games of pool at the Fat Cat and my open admission that I trusted his judgement - he finally gave it to me real.
"Just do it Jess" was what he said pointing out the obvious while I somewhat reluctantly accepted his call (given my tendency to take the 'scenic route' to decision making). He was telling me to get real.
Making the transition back in to this reality has taken some effort after spending a long time reflecting on life, traveling to remote corners of the world, seeing the heart breaking severities of poverty and natural disasters while integrating some powerful experiences and awakenings over the last couple of years. It's not always easy but I certainly feel alive. It's been a joy to explore and finesse my creative spirit through writing and photography, while also training and practicing as a holistic therapist in the beautiful ancient teachings of energy healing and yoga. Nevertheless applying these lessons and coming back in to the modern world takes focus.
His persuasive words sang true and he pointed me to this beautiful Keynote given by the real David Grohl at SXSW earlier this year. It is an incredible speech and well worth listening to as we get closer to the start of a new year. I hope for all the artists out there (which I'd like to say is everyone) David Grohl inspires within you faith and strength to keep on going, to remain true to yourself and realise that creative energy within which can too often be stifled by the world around.
"Come forth from your cloud of unknowing and kiss the cheek of the moon" - Leonard Cohen
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