Following on from my previous post I wanted to share my reflections on the things I learned from making my most recent course, Creative Soulscapes.
Here are numbers 6-10....
6. Consistency Is the Foundation of Progress
Another crucial lesson I’ve learned is the power of consistency. Throughout the development my course, the simple act of showing up daily made all the difference. Some days were easy, while others were a struggle, but I kept going. Over time, I noticed that consistency built momentum. This steady, reliable effort didn’t just propel me forward—it laid the groundwork for a body of work I’m genuinely proud of.
Consistency also creates trust—with myself and my audience. By consistently sharing my journey, I show that I am committed to my craft and to those who followed me. . However, I also learned that consistency doesn’t mean pushing through at all costs. There were moments when I felt stuck, overwhelmed, or simply drained. In those times, I discovered the importance of taking a break.
7. Breaks Are Essential for Clarity and Renewal
My interest and alignment to the seasons always reminds me that the rest phase or wintering is just as important as the productive growth phases. And contrary to popular belief, taking a break isn’t a sign of weakness or giving up; it’s an essential part of the creative process. When I allowed myself the space to pause, I found that it created space for reflection and renewal. These breaks didn’t have to be long—sometimes just stepping away for a day or two was enough. But in that time, I could clear my mind, reconnect with my original intentions, and return to my work with fresh eyes. I enourage you to take note and do the same.
Each time I came back from a break, clarity often came with it. Ideas that had been tangled in my mind, such as lesson plans and direction, began to make sense, and solutions to challenges appeared. It was during these pauses that some of my most significant breakthroughs occurred.
8. Creating balance is essential
The key to sustaining creativity and productivity lies in balancing consistency with rest aka work-life balance. Consistency keeps us moving forward, but rest ensures we’re looking after ourselves and avoiding burning out. It’s about knowing when to push through and when to step back, understanding that both are necessary parts of the journey. For me, finding this balance supported by my alignment to seasonal living and the living in tune with nature —showing up regularly to do the work and knowing when to take a step back to recharge. By honoring both the summer and the winter, I maintained my creative energy, avoided burnout, and stayed true to my vision.
As I continue this journey, I’m reminded that this balance will remain crucial. Consistency will keep me grounded, while breaks will keep me inspired. Together, they form a sustainable way forward, allowing me to keep growing, creating, and sharing my work with the world while honouring myself. In the end, it’s not about how fast we move or how much we achieve in a short time. It’s about showing up consistently, day after day, and knowing when to rest so that we can continue to show up tomorrow. This rhythm—of work and rest, of consistency and breaks—ultimately leads to lasting success.
9. Embracing Vulnerability Leads to Deeper Connections
One unexpected lesson I learned through this process was the power of vulnerability. Sharing my art and my process, especially when I wasn’t sure how it would be received, required me to let down my guard. Initially, this was uncomfortable—I worried about judgment or criticism from others. This is a natural and normal human reaction to putting ourselves in the arena. But as I opened up, I found that vulnerability wasn’t a weakness; it was a strength. Being honest about my struggles, fears, and triumphs while making the course and doing the work, has allowed me to connect with my audience through sharing this parallel process with them.
The issues I encountered are exactly the same ones I have when I’m creating a painting or a course. Sharing this with my audience helps them to feel seen and understood. I have walked in the same shoes they will be wearing throughout my course and I have lived to tell the tale. Not only that, I have several new collections in my mind waiting to be made. This process has helped me realise that by embracing vulnerability, I have not only fostered my growth but have been able to create a space for others to do the same.
10. There are no mistakes, only learning opportunities
Throughout the creation of my course, I have faced numerous challenges, from technical difficulties (like when my video editing software ‘lost’ all of my videos!!) to creative blocks when I didn’t quite know how to move forward and couldn’t see how it was all going to turn out. Plans didn’t always go as expected, and sometimes, things went wrong or didn’t work as I had imagined.
Instead of getting frustrated, I learned to view these moments as opportunities to learn something. This ability to adapt and reframe has served me well, it’s something I talk about often in the course. It allowed me to stay focused on my goals without getting derailed by setbacks, instead viewing each mistakes as learning opportunities. I found that being flexible and open to change not only helped me overcome obstacles but often led to unexpected innovations.
Staying open and curious and not deciding too soon what something is going to be leaves us open to the possibilities rather than shutting things down. This is something else I address in the INNER WORK strands of the course.
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