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Inspiring Confidence with Stories, Stages and Shakkei

November 27, 2009 - Posted by Ellie

photo credit: TheAlieness GiselaGiardino²³

We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.

— Thornton Wilder

It struck me after I’d posted NOT the Only One, that I’d missed one of the REALLY important benefits of sharing our stories – not only do we get to dodge the bullets that others have taken, we also can be inspired by their successes! Often the path before us is strewn with obstacles, and it’s easy for us to lose sight of the opportunities almost within our grasp. That’s where other people’s stories can spur us on, give us the confidence to begin, the confidence to carry on. For instance, if you’ve ever considered picking up your camera and getting Continue reading » Inspiring Confidence with Stories, Stages and Shakkei

Borrowed Mountains

November 25, 2009 - Posted by Ellie

photo credit: lesteph

Let’s be thankful for the beauty that surrounds us! Tell us about your favorite borrowed mountain.

We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.

— Thornton Wilder

This week we celebrate our national Thanksgiving holiday. Earlier this week I savored our connections with each other’s stories. I rejoiced, if you will, in the fact that we can “learn by listening” instead of “learn by doing” aka, “learn by messing up”. Thanks to other people sharing their stories, we can hope to navigate around known potholes and plot perhaps a smoother path to success. So I’m thankful we can borrow other people’s solutions.