One of my all time favorite paintings is She Who Rises. She was my final painting in the Color of Woman program. Each of the paintings in the course took us through a very personal and sacred journey and this one was no different. In this particular painting process, we explored our Soul Fire and the connection to the divine, the conscious, the subconscious, the unconscious and the collective unconscious. We explored integration of our whole being and the ability to access our inner wisdom.
As a driven, type A personality, my instinct is to push hard to accomplish more. But I know that is not how it works. The more I rush through life on my own accord, the less I access my true power; the harder life is to navigate and the less I am able accomplish that which is in alignment with my purpose. When I slow down, surrender and settle into flow, this is when I tap into my inner wisdom and life unfolds with grace, ease and perfection. I accomplish more in less time while living in the precious, present moment. While I know this to be my truth, I still find myself fighting it when I fall into the trap of rushing and pushing. I’m in constant practice to surrender and trust. This stunning painting is my reminder. Here’s a glimpse of how she unfolded over the weeks it took me to create her on a 36 x 48 inch canvas:
This painting taught me much and she hangs on my wall as a daily reminder to slow down, surrender, and step into the flow of life because THIS is where all my answers lie. When I finished her, she gave me the following message:
You have travelled a lifetime in the window of mere months.
No longer lost, you’ve navigated the map of the soul fire to discover the seeds planted deep within, nourished on compost of discarded stories and blossoming into visionary possibilities.
The time has come to rise and be heard as you have found your authentic voice. Your sacred center holds you in support of giving flight to your voice. Your unearthed message resonates loud and true and those connected on your red thread await your arrival.
You are here to lead.
You know the way.
Step into your greatness.
Own your vision.
Let your voice be heard.
Title: She Who Rises
Message: “Be Heard – Give flight to your voice”
My entire life has been in the pursuit of what stirs my heart, daring to follow it and having the unstoppable conviction to achieve it. Purpose, passion and values aligned to create my path while audacity nudged my courage to help me excel at taking on big change to go after it.
I am here to help you find your way and learn how to confidently use your authentic voice, unlock your potential and courageously build a purposeful life you love!
Carpe Diem!
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