Hi everyone! Karen's question asking us if there is something creative inside us sparked a memory for me! I am someone who never believed I had any creativity in me - until something changed in my understanding of myself and then I was able to tap into my creativity. With Karen's permission, I would like to share a 4 minute video of a story about hope and love in the midst of grief. If you are interested, please take a peek. The illustrations and messages are intended for the child in each of us. I am sharing with you with the intention of healing only - meaning - the last few seconds of the video are not meant for our group. 💗 Video Link: https://1drv.ms/v/s!Auj1S1woTEAZi5pm5m3G8PEB1gLELw?e=m60DhS

Debra Rogers Melissa Lyons Sharmila Mathivanan Chris Diesen @Elizabeth McGuire You FIVE are in the "North Star Silver Group" - which by the way, is symbolic of that twinkly certainty that appears precisely when you think you're lost then guides you towards exactly what you want and need! I want you to get to know each other... and share a bit about your core values and legacy you want Aspirational Future You to leave behind...

Let's get to know each other! Comment below sharing where you are in the world, a photo of your workspace, and something you like to do for fun. 😊

It’s time to get uncomfortable... in a good way. I want you to do something that scares you - each week-then come back here and tell us all about it. Why? Because your personal growth lives between your "I can't" and "I just did." Maybe you'll finally tell your boss their idea needs work. Maybe you'll sign up for that improv class that's been haunting your browser history. Maybe you'll eat alone at a restaurant without pretending to text someone. Whatever makes your heart do that weird skippy thing – that's your target. Drop your stories below. Did you soar? Did you crash and burn spectacularly? Perfect. Both are welcome here. Remember: embarrassment is just spicy wisdom.

If there’s something creative inside you—a book, a painting, a song—just get it out there. Forget about going viral or getting awards. Who cares? Do it because it's something you need to do for yourself. Not for the world. You're creating for you. And that's not some bullshit consolation prize. It's the whole point. Most people have it backwards. They think external validation is the goal. But your creative work isn't valuable because others applaud it. It's valuable because it transforms you. When you pour your thoughts, emotions, and perspectives into something tangible, you're essentially having a conversation with yourself. And that conversation is necessary for your psychological well-being. It's how you process trauma, understand your experiences, and make sense of our existence. Creating is a form of self-therapy It helps you to strengthen your inner voice, confront your demons, and build resilience through expression. The act of creation changes your brain chemistry. It helps you process emotions, gain clarity, and find meaning. These are valuable outcomes regardless of whether anyone else ever experiences your work. And here's the ironic twist: When you create primarily for yourself—with honesty, vulnerability, and zero f*cks given about external approval—you often end up making something that resonates with others anyway. Not because you tried to please people, but because authentic expression has a way of connecting with other humans who share your struggles. So if someone happens to connect with your work, that's awesome—a bonus round in the game of life. But don't make that your metric for success. That's putting your self-worth in the hands of strangers who are just as confused about life as you are. Create because you need to. Create because it helps you make sense of your existence. Create because it makes you feel alive in a world designed to numb you. That's enough of a reason. That's always been enough of a reason. The world might not need your art.