Creative Uncertainty.
Texting Langston Hughes and more.
One of the most important lessons I’ve gleaned from my creative journey is how easy it is to confuse “I don’t know what to do” with “I’m scared to do what I want.”
Which is one of the reasons I love artmaking.
Every time I set out to create something, I’m given the opportunity to see myself – including the healing parts. In this way, art has been one of the best tools for addressing my insecurities and revealing important truths.
I can be scared, I can be ignored and I can even be bad at something but that doesn’t have to stop me from doing what I hope to do.
What I imagine it’d be like texting Langston Hughes about my creative uncertainty.
In less than 3 minutes, my friend and award-winning writer/actor shares how she turns her dreams into empathy for others, understanding of self and beautiful art - like her book.
I found the conversation with Karla particularly insightful. One of my favorite things to come out of the past few years, in particular, is supporting the mental health of creatives. There's so much we can learn about ourselves through what of our parts show up in our work.
Your journey is so beautiful to behold