What an interesting post. Sounds like the book you mentioned is a very worthwhile read. I have trouble getting into a headspace that allows for flow. I'm wondering, does reading count? When I read, I do find that stress and sense of time can disappear. I have trouble sometimes getting into that headspace though. I'm so easily distracted. Writing does it for me at times. Exercise, hmmm not so sure. Usually, I'm just thinking about getting done. Anyway, food for thought! I'm so glad you get so deeply immersed in your art. It benefits not only you, but us too! Thanks for an insightful read.
Hi Nancy, thank you for your kind words about my artwork. Yes, absolutely reading counts as a flow-inducing activity! Really any activity requiring work and some focus counts. I wonder if you experienced any flow writing your stellar books. I know that it's hard work to write a book, but it can be cathartic and encourage flow. Also if you've ever gotten immersed in writing a blog post, chances are good that you've experienced flow!
I always enjoy seeing your paninings... I know you use them as a way to express yourself. Just know you are also giving your audience a chance to tap into their creative side through your work.
Thank you so much, Kristy. It makes me happy to think that my art process is encouraging others with their creative work. I know you are a highly creative person and I'm proud of all you are accomplishing and will accomplish.
What a fantastic article Beth on the concept of Flow! It seems incumbent upon all of us to discover something where we are so focused that we lose ourselves in this timeless experience. You are fortunate and wise to keep mining this with your artwork and your writing.
Thank you for the kind, insightful comment, Gerry. I believe flow is essential to having a quality life. I'm so grateful to be able to get so lost in my crafts that I lose track of all sense and time.
Great post, Beth. The activity that allows me to experience flow is music. I agree that it's amazing how one transcends time while being enveloped in an activity that brings such peace and contentment. It's truly a wonderful gift to experience. Keep on creating ypur beautiful artwork, and thank you for sharing.
Thank you for your comment, Judy. Music is a wonderful example of an activity that produces flow. Your words, peace and contentment, explain flow so perfectly.
Hi Beth,
What an interesting post. Sounds like the book you mentioned is a very worthwhile read. I have trouble getting into a headspace that allows for flow. I'm wondering, does reading count? When I read, I do find that stress and sense of time can disappear. I have trouble sometimes getting into that headspace though. I'm so easily distracted. Writing does it for me at times. Exercise, hmmm not so sure. Usually, I'm just thinking about getting done. Anyway, food for thought! I'm so glad you get so deeply immersed in your art. It benefits not only you, but us too! Thanks for an insightful read.
Hi Nancy, thank you for your kind words about my artwork. Yes, absolutely reading counts as a flow-inducing activity! Really any activity requiring work and some focus counts. I wonder if you experienced any flow writing your stellar books. I know that it's hard work to write a book, but it can be cathartic and encourage flow. Also if you've ever gotten immersed in writing a blog post, chances are good that you've experienced flow!
I always enjoy seeing your paninings... I know you use them as a way to express yourself. Just know you are also giving your audience a chance to tap into their creative side through your work.
Thank you so much, Kristy. It makes me happy to think that my art process is encouraging others with their creative work. I know you are a highly creative person and I'm proud of all you are accomplishing and will accomplish.
What a fantastic article Beth on the concept of Flow! It seems incumbent upon all of us to discover something where we are so focused that we lose ourselves in this timeless experience. You are fortunate and wise to keep mining this with your artwork and your writing.
Thank you for the kind, insightful comment, Gerry. I believe flow is essential to having a quality life. I'm so grateful to be able to get so lost in my crafts that I lose track of all sense and time.
Great post, Beth. The activity that allows me to experience flow is music. I agree that it's amazing how one transcends time while being enveloped in an activity that brings such peace and contentment. It's truly a wonderful gift to experience. Keep on creating ypur beautiful artwork, and thank you for sharing.
Thank you for your comment, Judy. Music is a wonderful example of an activity that produces flow. Your words, peace and contentment, explain flow so perfectly.
I love the sunflower and want to know what your secret blended color is. Happy Thanksgiving and wishing you plenty of flow over the holiday!
I hope the blended color looks good in the background. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Alene, and wishes for you to have flow too!