Inspiration…
Often times I find myself in moments of desperation, where I ask myself “why am i doing this??!!”. Pursuing your passion is not an easy path to follow, and we’ve all felt like “giving up” at some point. For whatever reason, many of us keep moving towards our goals, often because inspiration stays by our side, keeping us on the path to fruition.
I recently received an email from an artist asking me for advice because he felt like giving up his dream. My advice to him – listen to your gut feeling, be aware of the signs, the opportunities that arise. To quote Paulo Coelho in The Alchemist “When you follow your personal legend, the universe conspires to help you…”. You need to know what you want, what brings you joy, and at the same time recognize the realistic choices that you have to make to survive the day to day. I also think using the term “giving up” should be removed from your thoughts – it’s ok to take a break, start a new project that has nothing to do with your art, stay fit, eat healthy, READ books that make you think, and inspire. And as corny as this may sound, only YOU know what’s best for you, just listen to your heart…
During one of my recent “moments”, I happened to be driving… I can’t remember where. I was feeling frustrated, exhausted, and asking myself “why am I doing this??!” I then proceeded to pop in Do D.A.T’s EP “The Skinny”, and as each song began I felt the adrenaline of inspiration pump through me, and all my fears, frustration’s and insecurities were pushed away.
Some of my biggest inspirations come from the community of artists I have been blessed to be surrounded by. They are my Muse’s, and remind me why I’ve chosen this path.
Check out Do D.AT’s “The Skinny” coming soon!
www.myspace.com/datamen
ps. DJ Phatrick will be in the Bay this week!
Thursday – Devil’s Pie @ Namu Bar
Friday – Libre @ Poleng Lounge