One of the results of going on holidays is backlog. I opened my email and discovered that I had been accepted into the jury process for an upcoming show in Vancouver. There is always something new to learn. I have never shipped a painting anywhere to which could not drive. Did I mention I work well under pressure? I had three days. The email had been sent eleven days ago and the painting was due at the gallery in three days. Back on the internet I checked out shipping companies. When it got too complicated I phoned. That was an interesting merry-go-round. Relax. All will be well. There is no benefit in entering into negative energy. So I had coffee and lunch with some surprise guests and I kept my promise to myself to attend some long longed for life drawing. Result: complete satisfaction and way more energy, positive energy. Yes, all will be well. And those who live with me are much happier too. In the end it is not about the results so much as it is about the world I have created around me by choosing how I respond to circumstance. Self-flagellation deconstructs relationships. It destroys not only personal well-being but interpersonal well-being. I honour myself and those around me in keeping my cool, rolling with the punches and choosing to have fun. Joy is the result. Suddenly the stack of ‘to do’ seems less formidable. All will be well.
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