Blogging is depressing

I hate to say it. But my efforts to be a success have made me more miserable. The more I learn about blogging, the less I want to do. So much advice constantly leaves me feeling that I’m just not that good, that I’m not trying hard enough. What is with bloggers who blog about … Read more

Is finding a niche possible for all of us?

Concept of businessman choosing the right door

As an artist or creative, are you having trouble finding your niche? If so, then you, you are not alone. I have read a lot in the blog-o-sphere about finding your niche ever since I started blogging, and the same is true of my art. This mythical place called, ‘Niche’, in the creative and business … Read more

Wild at heart: the seductive quality of nature

Yoga meditation in lotus pose by man silhouette with moon and purple dramatic sunset sky background.

Have you ever seen the film Into the Wild? It’s based on the true story of a young man, Christopher McCandless, who leaves everything behind to venture out into the world on his own. Another is the story Wild, where Cheryl Strayed ventures onto the Pacific Crest trail alone. Why do some people seek the isolation of the … Read more

Where am I going with this?

For the past few weeks I have been racked with worry about where my business is going. I have been asking myself questions about my life and business. What exactly am I trying to do? What is my business for? What’s the purpose of my business, my life? I have looked at many sources on … Read more