Our Deepest Fear

Our Deepest Fear

I have many friends who are artists and many friends who like me are constantly creating. What is the difference? Yes, we are all aware of the school of thought that would have us believe that we aren't artists, writers, dancers, singers, etc. until we get paid for it. There is still a part of me that feels that way too. Many of my friends create beautiful work just for themselves or their friends and family but work long hours at different jobs. They are inspiring people by the images or homes they create. What do you call these people? Amateurs? Some folks are trying to sell their incredible creations but it's a competitive world and their time hasn't come yet. How long do they wait to feel validated in their talent? If we wait for the world to define our gifts, we could wait a long time and be derailed from work we were put here to do. I don't have the answer to this but what comes to mind is my absolute favorite quote by Marianne Williamson.“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”