Creatively devoted.
On some days there are eight of us in our studio. We shimmy between desks and recycling bins. There is a cacophony of iPods and You Tubing, fantastic swearing, laughing, and the frequent “Woohoo!” There is no peace. There is little order. It’s Chaos Lite.
We’re in the wisdom business. And wisdom adores peace and quiet. Fat chance. We like clean surfaces, fresh air, and honey beeswax candles burning. Not going to happen.
Creativity must prevail. Creativity is our core devotion.
And true devotion refuses to be impeded by preferences.
If you need to get the dishes done, tidy up, or have tranquility before your ideas can flow, your creative genius may be a bit insulted. (And insulted guests are reluctant to keep coming ’round.)
Devotion, be it to a person, a business plan, or your life’s calling, is a mighty force. It’s bigger than foibles, chaos, and complaints. So be ruthlessly devoted. Hunker down. Give what’s really important your ultimate reverence. The messiness won’t disappear, but it will matter less as you get where you want to go.
MORE INSPIRATION:
The way is light and fluid for the man with no preferences.
- Lao Tzu
You need chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star.
- Friedrich Nietzsche
Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.
- Erich Fromm
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