I wake up naturally. No blaring alarm dragging me out of sleep. Sunlight filters through my window. For the first time in a long time, I don’t feel rushed. My body feels rested, my mind isn’t racing with stress and I actually want to start the day.
I make tea or coffee. Something slow. Something comforting. I journal without pressure, reminding myself I am exactly where I’m supposed to be.
I shower and get ready, then I get to work - but not in the way I used to. I sit down at my table and film, or take my journal to a cozy cafe. The air smells like espresso and baked goods, and there is the hum of life around me. I spend the morning creating, fully immersed in the work that excites me. I am no longer squeezing in my art around a draining job. People are engaging with my work, supporting it, and I feel the impact of doing something meaningful.
I take a walk through my neighborhood, explore a new bookstore, or sit in a park. I have time for these things now - no more trapped in a routine that isn’t mine.
In the afternoon, I check my blog. I see new comments, new subscribers, proof that my words are reaching people. I respond to messages and plan my next post. I feel grateful that I get to share my journey and make a living from it.
Evening arrives, I wind down with a meal that nourishes me. I read a book that inspires me. I feel present, not anxious about tomorrow, not regretting today. Just content.
As the day ends I reflect on what I created, what I experienced, how much closer I am to the life I am building. I climb into bed living in alignment with what I truly want.
It’s not impossible to live the life we imagine. The question I like to ask my students is - how far are you willing to go to make your dreams come true? I know you have them, especially if you follow me. Are you dedicated to creating an artist lifestyle? Because that’s what it is. Art does not just happen at the easel, it flows and follows you into everything you do.
Pay no attention to where you are today. Let go of who you’ve been. With the time we have left, who do you want to be?
I’ll see you there!
xoxo
Suzi
Will you share what books you read that inspire you? I’m so glad you are feeling and doing better. You were greatly missed
So beautifully said..I receive everything you wrote and it resonates with me. There’s a shift happening, and it’s strange and exciting and even in the midst of the fuckery that is happening around us, I am holding onto the little things. I’m glad you are finding peace…