Discipline

I had forgotten I did this drawing sometime last year, probably in November, Since today’s drawing is just a digital sketch, I’m akso sharing this one I really like.

During time off from work, I forget how tired I get each work day. By the time I get home, I’m ready to eat and collapse. Writing and drawing may become very difficult goals in certain days.

I just had two very tough weeks, but so far, I have pushed myself to write. Once I start, it’s not hard. It just seems impossible the moment before. But what makes it possible is the practice I’ve had throughout my life. I can trust my body to remember the wellbeing of writing, and my mind responds once I get in position.

This is why I am cultivating drawing in the same way. And everything else I want to develop this year. I want to develop the same trust in the process.

Human beings become bright when they do what they love or enjoy. There is a peace, a strength that is invisible but felt heart to heart. It’s inspiring to be in the presence of someone who is seamlessly involved in their vocation.

I haven’t felt bright like that for a while. This is my act of faith that I trust to get me back to my place in the world so that I can also help others get to where they want to be.

Write every day, even on a bad day, and find the light once again, and know it is there.

I did not draw today with pencil and paper, but I didn’t want to not draw, so I improvised with illustrator:

My every day goal is to find the time, space and discipline to pursue a series of simple actions that lead to a greater vision of creation and union with the Divine. The Magdalene that seeks wisdom is my guide.