'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO MY READERS AND FRIENDS

'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO MY READERS AND FRIENDS: Dear reader of 'The Woman in the Distance', After one year, it seems my work is never finished however, I don't want it t...

HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO MY READERS AND FRIENDS

Dear reader of 'The Woman in the Distance',

After one year, it seems my work is never finished however, I don't want it to finish.  Although, I am sure you have finished my book.  I would be interested to know if reading 'The Woman in the Distance' created creativity, feelings, emotions or any type of 'adjustment' in your life. 

I was led to believe that relaxation is good. Today, I have found that action is quite possibly more beautiful.  To paint and write came from a spontaneous thought, but my motivation was to create change for a variety of reasons.  I believe that change is necessary, it prevents stagnation.  Creativity can move you out of this stage although it take courage and strength.  It is a strength that often wears me out however, the end result is worth a little tiredness.

I don't call it a dream, because then I would miss the reality of my efforts.  I think reality is better than a dream, but I am always dreaming for the reality to be more colourful.  

For those who were more interested in learning about anxiety, depression, mental illness I hope you un-covered something we don't often learn; self-actualization.

Everyone has a that 'something' in their heart that needs to be expressed one way or another, but it is often difficult to locate, as though it is not available to you. I could always feel 'that something' but I just couldn't reach it to save myself from that dreadful condition that still holds a lot of stigma.

To find that deep voice hidden in the innermost core of your being can be brought to the surface simply by understanding that self expression is of the utmost importance in humanity; self actualization.  It was with this understanding that I was able to perform on stage at Sydney Town Hall in front of 1200 people and give my inaugural comedy gig.  Stand-up comedy is to bring humour to mental illness and break down stigma.  

I also learnt that I don't want to listen to anyone except myself. Doctors, psychiatrists, therapists, facilitators, mindfulness therapy, cognitive therapy, guru's and other.  Why?  because they implore us constantly to give up memory, to live in the herenow.  No one would listen to me.  To give up memory I must also give up my creative imagination, for I am an artist, writer and comedian and all that I have has its roots in what I remember. 

Today, after nearly half a century on earth - I have found that I am neither mentally ill nor depressed any longer. 

It is my hope that one more person can recover and find that 'something' so that he/she can see that reality is just as good as the dream.  

Happy Christmas.

Kind thoughts,

 

Sophie Mill   Fine contemporary artist, author and comedian

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'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: Day dreaming and imagination

'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: Day dreaming and imagination: What is the difference between day-dreaming, imagination, make-believe and illusions?  Imagination It is the difference between reality an...

Day dreaming and imagination

What is the difference between day-dreaming, imagination, make-believe and illusions? 

Imagination It is the difference between reality and make-believe. A regular and down-trodden word is 'day-dreaming' however, a day-dream or an imagination allows us to experience vulnerabilities whilst keeping us safe from 'real life'.

Illusions lack mind control and have a tendency to lean into halautitation's.

To me, the free play of our mind is what enables us to feel, see and experience the movement and fluidity of creativity. Free play allows the mind to consider things which are not present to the senses, and to consider that which is not to be real. To limit imagination would be to limit thoughts.

The imagination has been bound so tightly that we have witnessed an entire generation that is un-able to 'see into the future'. Being consumed with this moment can prevent you from moving out-side of the circle. It s the circle that ruins much more than a canvas.

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'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: A new thought.....

'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: A new thought.....: Each day I have different thoughts, ideas and ways to work out problems. Today, I believe creativity is about story telling. It is  the stor...

'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: A new thought.....

'The Woman in the Distance' reflections of un-settled seasons: A new thought.....: Each day I have different thoughts, ideas and ways to work out problems. Today, I believe creativity is about story telling. It is  the stor...

A new thought.....

Each day I have different thoughts, ideas and ways to work out problems. Today, I believe creativity is about story telling. It is the stories that keep us alive, well, curious, interested and interesting.

Over our lives, I can confidently announce that we all have had varying degrees of failures, opportunities, loves, hates, compassion, anger, happiness, sadness, good behaviour and bad behaviour unless, of course, we are a robot who has been perfectly programmed by a perfect person.

Everyone is entitled to have their opinions. We are fortunate enough to live in a country that allows freedom of speech. But, freedom of speech also entails that we must also accept other peoples opinions be it you agree or disagree.

So, here I go with my opinion. I believe we are not taught enough about what is 'natural human behaviour'. We are not taught enough about why we have our emotions.

I think we need to understand that we all have a vital part to play. A realistic portrayal of life would be what? A normal state of mind is what? Each time we listen to a person who states how our mind should be operating, and that we must change our thought patterns to match their 'correct table' only creates more anxiety, depression and fear.

Why? because there was a real reason we were put on earth to be different from each other. That real reason was to keep humanity healthy. It is necessary that we have non agreeable criticism. It is necessary that we pay attention to those who commit crimes, wrong doings, and dis-respect the law.

But, it is also necessary to 'Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else'.
Margaret Mead.

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