A few weeks ago, Miss Marvelous Jamie Ridler asked us where we wish to travel...and I stated loud and clear to the Universe that I wish to travel to San Francisco to attend Chris Zydel's Painting From the Wild Heart retreat. Since then--I have booked my flight, paid for the retreat, and just finalized my room for the weekend---but I can't get over this lump of guilt sitting in my stomach--and I'm having trouble muzzling the voice in my head that is yelling at me for splurging so wildly on ME.
Ask Hansel--I'm frugal.
I buy things when necessary only...and sure, I splurge--I'll buy a book here and there--or once every few months get a pedicure.
But hundreds of dollars and a trip to a fabulous place--and a weekend dedicated completely to letting my wild heart go crazy with paint?
That's unheard of! Blasphemy even!
But I did it!! And I plan to do it again and again and again!!
Though, I wish I could let go of this silly little guilt monster that insists the money would do me more good sitting alone in my bank account. So for this weeks Wishcasting, I, Connie, wish to give myself permission to splurge BIG TIME on MY creativity--MY art--MY wild heart--MY beautiful, Creative Juicy soul, not just this time--but million times after!
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As Connie wishes for herself, I wish for her as well. Enjoy every minute of your wonderful weekend and all the adventures to come. Think about how much you will have to share with us.
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her (and me, as I am the same way!) also! Let your heart go wild on your retreat!
What a great decision your heart made! Happy for you!
I am so glad you recognized what true happiness is for you and acted on it! Live the experience fully. If you don't then you will have something to feel guilty about! Live with no regrets. Enjoy!
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also!
Oh, tell me about it! I stated my wish to go to Squam, then registration opened up and I panicked about committing money to it so soon. I did, felt great and figured I had months before I had to commit to purchasing the airline ticket. well. now i have an offer for a ride up which means i need/ought/want to cement those plans which means, yes, purchasing a plane ticket! So after this, i am off to do so and then dance a little dance to shake off the guilt.
or maybe make a journal page to exorcise this demon?
Feeding your soul this much has no price on it! It's not like for you it's just a fun experiment, it all ties into your passions.. It's an investment in yourself, spiritually and mentally .. So have an amazing time and stop feeling guilty.. :-D
I'm so glad you are taking this so-called splurge! Sometimes, you've got to just say WTF and go for it! I've never regretted those times when I went on trips or workshops that called my soul while counting my pennies on my working girl budget. It all truly works out.
Plus, you can't put a price tag on this glorious experience which has been calling you. I had so much fun having lunch with Chris and seeing her studio. I can't wait to hear all about it! xoxoxo
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also.
Why not, you only live once,and I remember reading one time, but can't remember who said it, We should live both the breadth and the length of our lives with happiness! Or maybe I made that up LOL
Yes, you are worth the splurge. Go and love it. As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also.
Go for it. If you don't splurge on yourself, who else will do it.
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also!
Good for you! As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also! :)
I tend to get the same way about doing things for myself. Just breathe and relax! This will be life changing! You deserve it!
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also!
Have a fantastic time - with NO guilt!!
YEAHHHHHHHHHH!
As Connie wishes for herself, so I wish for her also!
Connie, I can so totally relate. It's an awful feeling that it's hard to ignore. Wishing you internal peace.
Have fun!! You Rock!! Peace!
I read this post a few days ago, but am just now writing to congratulate you. I am SO excited that you are taking this leap! This is an investment in you - an investment in your creativity, in your art, and in your heart. It is not frivolous. You deserve it. And you won't regret it.
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