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Oh, so, true, we need to teach her message to the world....

The presentation. Great humor mixed in with her genius. Body and facial movements and voice gave it life

Being a poet, I've often been ridiculed for believing in the Muse(s) by peers and others. Strangely, though, my belief in the Duende has been more widely accepted, understood and welcomed by peers and other artists. I'm going to share this marvellous video of E. Gilbert with believers and unbelievers to assuage and perhaps, to convince. Thanks for the unburdening, Elizabeth Gilbert.

Elizabeth Gilbert's vibrant nature and enthusiasm are awe inspiring. I'm working on my second book and have felt a bit disappointed in myself. I haven't been able to "muster up" an idea for the title of the book (it's about the Huichols (Indigenous to Central Mexico and near where I live especially). I think I'll relax and dedicate myself to the task at hand.

I just finished another book entitled "Concepts of Intelligence" where I spend a good deal of time discussing creativity, psychoses and "all" aspects human and artificial intelligence.

I found big and little bits of myself in almost all of the 19+ minutes of Ms Gilbert's video. Elizabeth Gilbert refreshed my page... Thanks Elizabeth

truth

Brilliant!

As a writer, I overcome those doubts about my "success" simply by refusing to associate my own definition of it exlusively or primarily with social acceptance. I define for myself what is "good" and what is "rotten" according to my own goals which includes publication but not publication exclusively. If social acceptance isn't forthcoming, I don't deem myself a complete failure, only that I have failed to connect meaningfully with the needs of many. As for my own needs, the creative work IS the goal itself. As long as I CAN create, I WILL create and that, to me, is success. I'm defined primarily by creating, NOT primarily by the creation. Whatever results from the creative process is mere icing to the process itself. The horse loves to run but it seems clear the horse more often than not cares little where it is ultimately running to.

I believe strongly in spiritual guidance; when we struggle with issues, we need just ask for solutions and at specific times, we will be rewarded with them, be they creative or otherwise. And how often have you woken up out of a dead sleep with a solution? Think about it. The genius or muses are at work...whatever you wish to call them. Elizabeth's research is exciting. Just keep showing up and don't forget to ask!!

Brilliant and authentic. Think of all your accomplishments in your life and perhaps realize, as Ms. Gilbert has, a simple truth-Fear accomplishes nothing. Much appreciation for the presentation and eloquent hand-waving-pulling-it-out-to-make-us-see the thing that is invisible to most.
Take care-

Thank you for sharing such a sincere part of your experience as a writer! I believe you captured the foundation of truth
about the creative process....absolutely beautiful!! Please continue showing up....Olay, Alla!

Namaste!

Gilbert is brilliant and spontaneous. It is apparent she draws her ideas from the genius inside her. It is difficult to talk about this gift and yet she is able to make us understand where this is coming from in her talk. I can't wait for her next book

Gilbert is brilliant and spontaneous. It is apparent she draws her ideas from the genius inside her. It is difficult to talk about this gift and yet she is able to make us understand where this is coming from in her talk. I can't wait for her next book