We are what we think about. If we see ourselves as the “suffering artist,” we unintentionally breathe life into that identity, letting it shape our art and experiences. The universe is infinitely abundant, allowing space for all thoughts and ideas to manifest—positive or negative. While pain can sometimes fuel creation, joy and fulfillment can just as profoundly inspire and elevate our work. Our life and results are a direct product of our self-image. If we see ourselves as happy, successful, and thriving, we align with those outcomes. Creativity doesn’t need to come from suffering; it can flow from a place of inner peace and alignment. By embracing a mindset of positivity, we don’t diminish our art but expand its power to inspire and resonate with others. Meditation, as you’re practicing, is a beautiful way to connect with that inner light, reminding us that we are always creating from the energy we cultivate within.

Great value here Alec. Thanks for sharing. Will implement in Vesano's brand.

Here's a script I created from adapting my stories to this video.

It was great talking to you Alec ‼️

I was overworked and on the verge of burnout, building power plants in Sweden to make the company owner wealthier. I convinced myself I was contributing to society by providing heat for communities—which, in part, I was—but deep down, I knew I wasn’t answering my highest calling. I felt lost. I worked in another city and spent my nights at the hotel after work, drinking and smoking weed just to make the time pass. Despite earning a good salary, my joy and vitality were being drained. When I was home, I’d spend entire weekends asleep, trying to recover. During the economic downturn a little over a year ago, work slowed down, and I decided to try something I had always dreamed about: painting. I had never made time for it before, thinking it wasn’t something I could do. While many in my family were artists, none had managed to make a living from it. Still, I felt drawn to it, and I started creating. Initially, I dreamed of selling art prints of Nordic animals that I designed using AI. I launched an Etsy shop during my summer vacation but made no sales. Yet, I didn’t give up. Instead, I picked up a brush and created my first painting. Then my second, and my third. To my surprise, I realized I wasn’t half bad, so I kept going. Encouraged, I started an Instagram page to share my work, and as the page grew, I began to wonder: could I actually turn this into a business? Then the unexpected happened—I lost my job. But instead of seeing it as a setback, I chose to view it as an opportunity to pursue my art full-time. Now, just three months later, I’ve sold a painting for $1,500 and am learning and growing every single day. What started as a dream has become my reality, and I couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.

@Alec Hawkins yes !!