Grip the water and you sink. Relax and you float.That’s the whole lesson, hidden in plain sight. Alan Watts points to a paradox: the tighter we clutch—reputation, plans, approval—the heavier life becomes. “Not caring” isn’t apathy; it’s elegant trust. It’s loosening our fist so life can place something better in our palm. This is a [...]
There’s a quiet power that doesn’t come from charisma, cleverness, or control — it comes from presence. Alan Watts once said the way to become unforgettable is not to try to be interesting, but to stop trying at all. The moment you give up the obsession with yourself — how you look, how you sound, [...]
By Mark Salmon | IMMachines.com The Creator’s Paradox You want to move faster, but you’re tired of forcing it.You want clarity, but your mind’s loud.You want progress, but you’re drowning in possibility. Most solopreneurs think the answer lies in doing more.But what if the next level of creativity isn’t about acceleration — it’s about alignment? [...]
“Do what you can with what you have.Nothing more is needed.” “Sometimes, it can be the most ordinary moment that creates an extraordinary piece of art.” You don’t need a bigger budget, a fancier camera, or a 90-day sabbatical to make meaningful work. You need a clear promise, a brave first move, and the [...]
Most creators don’t quit because they lack ideas or talent. They quit because they’re overwhelmed, unfocused, and constantly stuck in “fight or flight” mode—what mindfulness expert Laurie J. Cameron calls autopilot living. If you're a coach, solopreneur, or digital creator juggling too many projects, this isn’t a productivity issue. It’s a presence issue. Inspired by [...]
We all get stressed from timed to time in our business and personal lives. Here are 25 strategies for alleviating stress - I use at least half of these techniques on a regular basis to relieve my own stress: Exercise regularly, such as going for a run, doing yoga, or lifting weights. (I have a [...]
