by Zaya Nubia
A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. – Colin Powell.
Kudos to the organizers and performers of the recently concluded 2014 Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival! Once again, the event was a phenomenal success.
Year after year the festival has proven to be a focal point of inspiration, showcasing the creativity, flair, innovation and artistic brilliance of Saint Lucia’s singers, musicians, designers and all the other artistes who help to make the event such a mind-blowing display of talent and splendor.
Now that the festival is over, does it mean this is the end of our source of inspiration? Some of us believe that in order to feel inspired, one has to be an artist, an intellectual or a gifted person; someone with exceptional abilities.
To these individuals I say…..Stop!
These are limiting thoughts and beliefs; stumbling blocks in your way preventing you from discovering your natural abilities and expressing your creativity.
Just for a moment, take some time to do an inventory of your limiting beliefs.
For example, do you tell yourself, “I’m not good enough … I come from a poor family … I can’t read … I don‘t have a degree.” This barrage of limiting thoughts impedes your forward movement and keeps you from fulfilling your true purpose in life. Replace each one with a positive thought and remove the mental obstacles which prevent you from realising your full potential.
To be truly inspired you must first have an intention and then allow your Spirit to become still for a moment, free of distractions. At this point you enter into a state of what seems like … nothingness.
Be gentle with the Self – the inner you – waiting, surrendering and trusting the outcome. Persevere with the process as it intensifies, shaping itself in the shadow as it bubbles, contorts, stirs, exhales … then unexpectedly, an almighty explosion as it reveals itself. The solution to a problem, a work of art, a composition, the birthing of your unique expression.
Starting today, move to the rhythm of your dreams. Let your imagination soar with no limitations, capturing the experience with all your senses. Allow your spirit to flow, to flex, to dance, and scream as you surrender to your Inner Light.
Upon your return, plan your steps to fulfill your dream … one step at a time.
Be the magician in your Life.
