Why do I do what I do…as a creativity coach, improv teacher, performer, director, producer? Because I truly, deeply, madly believe in the power of art and laughter to create healthy digestive systems, happy brains, and world peace. Because I believe that to play is a way to gain entry into one another’s heart and mind—to revel in the mutual discovery and help heal sorrow that lingers. Because I believe that surrendering to a creative impulse is as luxurious as nibbling on an intense dark chocolate bar. I crave the thrill of collaboration. I love the company of people who speak in colors and up tempo…who inhabit imaginary beings…herd words…who shake a leg, hoof it, cut a rug, trip the light fantastic. Because I agree with George Bernard Shaw, that “my life belongs to the whole community, and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.”
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I, too, believe what you say here and also have the opportunity to experience you in action as you share your beliefs with the community. It’s an honor!
Lesly, I love your life dance. This particularly resonated: “Because I believe that to play is a way to gain entry into one another’s heart and mind—to revel in the mutual discovery and help heal sorrow that lingers.” This is so much fun – this blogathon is taking me into others lives and experiences that have deep meaning. Thanks for sharing – it’s inspiring.
Thank you, Sandra and Lee, for warming me up with your responses. This blogathon is a feast, a festival!
Lesly I am so glad that you are here and writing up a storm herding words and nibbling on that intense dark chocolate. What a word crafter you are! I delight in your expressions of the CREATIVE PULSE.