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The Art of Patience: Unwrapping the Present of Life, One Step at a Time ❄️

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I'm excited to continue sharing my journey with you here, and it seems the ideas are flowing! I'm loving this state of flow - the flow of my mind, the flow of ideas, the flow of emotions, the flow of me. This is the flow of me... Let's kick it off with a proclamation: "The wait is over, she's here." Recently, I've been preparing intensively for an extended journey through time and space. However, most of my preparation has been internal — allowing myself to dream and embrace the gift offered by dear ones and life itself. External preparations were minimal actually. Each day, I took a step closer to the gift, one more, and another... Imagine unwrapping a present with small steps and short gestures. Today, a corner of paper; tomorrow, a hill's edge; the day after, a delicate reveal of a shoulder. Weeks, sometimes months pass until the entire gift is unveiled in the gentle sunlight, sparkling with the tranquility of water. Isn't it fantastic? It requi...

Authorized to Be Me: Embracing Inner-Authority through Mindful Photography

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  In the whimsical world of self-discovery and mindful photography, I find myself donning the hat of a "Mindful Photography Facilitator". After completing the Look Again Mindful Photography Facilitator program, my mind has become a canvas where new ideas, like vibrant blossoms, paint the landscape of my thoughts. As I embark on this creative journey, I'm learning that there are no limits to the mind. It's a space where my thoughts converse with other inspiring minds, and even with the divine. The mind, when given the freedom to speak to another, or to God Himself, can mold itself into anything my heart desires. Recently, someone asked me, "What do you love to do?" An easy and open-minded puzzling question, right? :))) I woke up today initially feeling shut off from the world around me. However, after a few hours of intentional breathing, non-reactivity, and letting the energy flow where it needs to, a new vista opens up in front of my mind's vision, and ...

Bridging the Gap: Navigating Dreams and Connection Through Mindful Photography

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  As I sit down to reflect on the journey of the past eight weeks in mindful photography with the Look Again community, a profound realization strikes me – the immense value I find in alignment, community, and connection. Surprisingly, these elements appear to outweigh the importance of offering mindful photography services at this moment in my life. It's a shift in perspective, a recognition of a deep-seated need to simply be among "My people". This introspection prompts me to ponder the gap that seems to have grown between my current state and the vision I initially set out to achieve. What is this feeling of separation from my dream, my mission, my community? How do I respond to it, and how do I position myself in relation to it? In exploring these questions, I find solace in the realization that the value of connection and community is paramount. It's not just about the services I offer but about the shared passion for mindful photography. It's about being sur...

In Search of Vital Harmony: A Journey into Mindful Photography

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  "I feel electricity.” a line from a movie I love - Billy Elliot - I deeply recommend it - captures a sentiment that resonates within me. Sometimes, I feel the electric warmth coursing through my entire being when I create or offer something uniquely my own, something that resonates with the essence of my soul. It's a sensation that makes me truly live life to the fullest, tuning into a vital force that brings a sense of completeness and heightened clarity. Why do I take pictures? Because I love to. And love heals - another great line, I forgot where from. I love to capture beauty and share it. I'm curious what kind of beauty do you see around you, hear, touch? Tell me about yourself – who you are, what moves you, what makes you feel alive, electric, as if your entire body is inhabited by life and, at the same time, as if you no longer exist, and your body is elevated by life, flowing smoothly and naturally. Drawing inspiration from the film Billy Elliot, a movie that dee...

Nourishing the Soul Through Intentional Retreat Into My Inner World

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  In a world filled with external and internal distractions, the risk of losing oneself amid the chaos is ever-present. The constant pursuit of desires, judgments, and preferences can lead to a scattered existence. It is within this context that mindful photography emerges as a powerful practice, offering a refuge from the tumultuous currents of both the outer and inner worlds. Mindful Photography as a Retreat: A Pause for Clarity and Regeneration For me mindful photography is more than a visual art form; it is a gateway to inner tranquility and self-discovery. Amid the chaos of thoughts, desires, and emotions, engaging in mindful photography provides a sanctuary—a pause to breathe deeply, calm the senses, and retreat inward. It's a deliberate act of stepping into the silent expanse within, where I can observe the unfolding of the internal and external landscapes with lucidity. This intentional retreat is akin to creating a haven of calm and nourishment. Through the lens, I capture...