It does feel as if the year has been less illuminating than hoped, as if it is still trying to load like a slow computer program. It is all part of life unfolding I guess even if it doesn’t makes things clearer.
I spent a long time away because work was overwhelming. I’ve been able to now create what I love and share it (mostly here because algorithms suck!). I don’t know who my audience is anymore, but a year spent exploring sacred geometry, mandala, and color has me so so happy. I think we need some time for ourselves to get out of the trap of ‘if people don’t like this, can I pay my bills!’ (Also this is Samie...I changed my name this year!). Can’t wait to see what you come up with!! I know I’ll love it! 💜
Dec 30, 2023·edited Dec 30, 2023Liked by Nat Kalbach
What a great post! Inspiring. I love the single word summary and glad you have it - Confidence that is. Can’t wait to see/hear more about what’s ahead for you. And when you’re back in N’Burg to do a proper catch-up. :)
Happy New Year, Nat! Your sabbatical was so full of exciting projects. It was (and is!) unique and inspiring and a joy to hear and read about. And it doesn’t have to be (completely) over now. You can take that joy and the learning and the curiosity with you beyond the sabbatical! 💚💚
Yes in some ways. Honestly it was a focusing time and afterwards i was able to move forward in a focused manner instead of feeling like I was running on a treadmill where i didn’t know where i was heading just was running on empty with my head down. I would love to talk to you about your sabbatical experience! I will send you an email and maybe we can chat about it on the podcast. So glad you got to take some time !
Fantastic post and end of year reflection after a long sabbatical. I also think we expect a lot from a sabbatical but we waited too long to take it. Often at the time of sabbatical I am wiped out. I am so excited for your volunteer work and the inspiration and your workshop and your book and new work!
Interesting isn't it that we never seem to get what we want, but we do get what we need? There's a song here... ;)
I cannot wait to see where all this takes you!
It does feel as if the year has been less illuminating than hoped, as if it is still trying to load like a slow computer program. It is all part of life unfolding I guess even if it doesn’t makes things clearer.
I spent a long time away because work was overwhelming. I’ve been able to now create what I love and share it (mostly here because algorithms suck!). I don’t know who my audience is anymore, but a year spent exploring sacred geometry, mandala, and color has me so so happy. I think we need some time for ourselves to get out of the trap of ‘if people don’t like this, can I pay my bills!’ (Also this is Samie...I changed my name this year!). Can’t wait to see what you come up with!! I know I’ll love it! 💜
What a great post! Inspiring. I love the single word summary and glad you have it - Confidence that is. Can’t wait to see/hear more about what’s ahead for you. And when you’re back in N’Burg to do a proper catch-up. :)
Happy New Year, Nat! Your sabbatical was so full of exciting projects. It was (and is!) unique and inspiring and a joy to hear and read about. And it doesn’t have to be (completely) over now. You can take that joy and the learning and the curiosity with you beyond the sabbatical! 💚💚
Yes in some ways. Honestly it was a focusing time and afterwards i was able to move forward in a focused manner instead of feeling like I was running on a treadmill where i didn’t know where i was heading just was running on empty with my head down. I would love to talk to you about your sabbatical experience! I will send you an email and maybe we can chat about it on the podcast. So glad you got to take some time !
Fantastic post and end of year reflection after a long sabbatical. I also think we expect a lot from a sabbatical but we waited too long to take it. Often at the time of sabbatical I am wiped out. I am so excited for your volunteer work and the inspiration and your workshop and your book and new work!