The Magic Of Art And Healing Perfectionism

Many people struggle with perfectionism–the fear of failure, the self-criticism, the feeling of never being good enough. One activity that triggers perfectionist thinking in many people is art making. When you imagine making art, do any of these thoughts spring to mind? “I’m not an artist.” “I can’t draw a straight line.” “I’m going to […]

Motivation and Productivity

Motivation is often defined as the inner driving force behind doing anything. However, there are two different types of motivation, intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic motivation is that which comes from within, rooted in one’s desires, curiosity, or simply because you want to. Extrinsic motivation is based on external factors, such as a reward, an outcome, […]