1st Path to Joy 2023, Simplicity
As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler – Henry David All “Illustrated Wisdoms” in this 2023 Paths to Joy were created by splattering viscous Dylusions shimmer spray on 11×14, 98 pound, Canson mixed media paper, then spritzing with water to see how the colors would run and gather. When dry, the above quote was evoked by drawing stars with fixed shapes and energy fields the bottom. Thin strands spiral away from these stars, eventually becoming the golden dots floating free My understanding of this Illustrated Wisdom will change as the art reveals itself in new ways. What do you see? Write me. PS Art is available with and without the quote. Shop Sandra’s Galleries. There was a story I heard once about a Mexican fisherman. He spends every day working hard on the water, searching for the big catch, and living on the ocean. One day, a CEO of a company comes to Mexico and goes fishing with the local man. He talks about how many hours he has had to work and things he has sacrificed to get where he is today, all so he can retire one day and move to Mexico and fish. — Anonymous In an old book of inspirations called The Treasure Chest., page 117 contained “The Twelve Rules of Happiness.” In 2020, Succeed and Soar explored them as “Paths to Joy.” Three years later, they’re revisited, enriched. What is joy? Theopedia says that it’s, 1] A state of mind and an orientation of the heart. 2] It is a settled state of contentment, confidence and hope. 3] It is something or someone that provides a source of happiness. According to The Treasure Chest, the First Path to Joy is: Simplicity. Simplicity is the nature of great souls. – Papa Ramadas Simplicity is not the opposite of wealth. It is the door to the riches you already own. – Alan Cohen If you will stay close to nature, to its simplicity, to the small things hardly noticeable, those things can unexpectedly become great and immeasurable. – Rainer Maria Rilke, Letters to a Young Poet Nature is pleased with simplicity. And nature is no dummy. — Sir Isaac Newton As Henry David Thoreau wrote, “Our life is frittered away by detail. Simplify, simplify.” How? The Huffington Post’s “15 Ways to Live a Simple, Happy Life,” include, Do what you love Don’t let stress rob you of your birthright to be happy Walk in nature Here are more E. F. Schumacher said, “Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction.” There, Minimal Ray says simpler lives can be happier because there are fewer complications. Deeper connections to others can be built by: Reflecting on what matters to you most Avoiding comparisons Working for a life, not for a living Read more Write me. How are you building your Path to Joy by simplifying things? This charming, 7-minute video shows how one woman cultivated a feeling of abundance while living simply. Click here to view. also see How I Make A Living, Affording My Country Cottage Life. [8 minutes] View here. This Month, Shop Sandra’s Art on Mugs As well as tote bags, tee shirts, journals, puzzles, phone cases, ornaments, face masks, towels, blankets, cups, pillows, shower curtains and more These unique, sturdy mugs are: Ceramic Dishwasher and Microwave safe Two sizes: 11 oz and 15 oz Prices, $15 and $18 CUSTOMIZE. Use tools with item to: Enlarge, reduce size of art Change placement of art and text Choose background colors Purchase this cup Shop All Posters & Art Collections HERE. Depending on Browser, Puzzles may be a stand-alone category or listed in Lifestyle Section. Thanks for shopping!
Einstein 22: Your Awesome, Big Picture
A human being is part of a whole called by us the universe. – Albert Einstein Savor the following marvels about who you are and your glorious possibilities: “We are stardust brought to life, then empowered by the universe to figure itself out.” Neil deGrasse Tyson Read More. “When we look out into space we are looking into our own origins because we are truly children of the stars.” Source Unknown Read more. “The world would have you agree with its dismal dream of limitation. But the light would have you soar like the eagle of your sacred visions.” – Alan Cohen More “A person is neither a thing nor a process but an opening through which the Absolute can manifest.” – Martin Heidegger More With these awesome thoughts, Succeed & Soar’s Einstein Inspirations series ends [and can be revisited here.]. Hope you’ve enjoyed. For the past month, I’ve considered taking a posting break. Aah! But there are so many wonderful wisdoms and images to share. So, this summer Succeed and Soar will deliver quick delights chosen to lift hearts and spirits, awareness and humanity. Blessings & best wishes, Sandra Gould Ford Presenting arts experiences to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thinking and inspire Shop “Gorgeous Green,” this week’s Featured Art. This Post’s Featured Video A Super Special Weekend Saturday, June 19: Juneteenth We also don’t want people to think it’s a Black thing, or a Texas thing because it’s not. None of us are free until we’re all free. And we aren’t free yet. – Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth Read more. The holiday’s name encompasses the week required for word to cross Texas that the United States had ended Chattel Slavery and for celebrations with music, games, parades and red soft drinks to begin. Check out: How to Celebrate Juneteenth Earliest Juneteenth Celebrations Pittsburgh Juneteenth Observances 50 Companies observing Juneteenth and investing in social equality Sunday, June 20 Father’s Day Sometimes, we need to father ourselves as well. Here are precious ways. Summer Solstice When Earth’s north pole is tilted farthest from the sun [at 11:32 pm EDT], the northern hemisphere enjoys its longest day [remember to enjoy strawberries]. ******* Sandra’s Greeting Cards Keep in touch with family and friends beautifully! My greeting cards will send smiles across the miles. Say thank you, share something funny, send birthday wishes and let folks know you’re thinking of them. My greeting cards, Measure 5” x 7” large enough to frame Made of chlorine- and acid-free, archival-quality 120 lb. premium cardstock Available in matte or glossy finish Professionally printed Sold in set of 10 or 20 with white envelopes Produced in compliance with the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Made in USA Twelve images from my galleries are currently offered [selections change]. Support Succeed and Soar. Shop today. Join Succeed & Soar Mail List