Have you ever tried to hold onto something so tightly that it felt impossible to move forward? Maybe it was a plan that didn’t work out, a belief you’ve outgrown, or even a vision for how things “should” be.
I’ve experienced this in both life and art. There have been paintings where I clung to an idea that wasn’t working, afraid to let go of the hours I’d already invested. But what I’ve learned is that letting go—whether it’s scraping off a layer of paint or releasing an old expectation—creates space for something new to emerge.
One of my most meaningful pieces came to life after I decided to let go of a section I’d worked on for hours. It wasn’t easy, but as soon as I painted over it, the composition opened up, and the entire piece began to flow. That experience reminded me that growth requires space—and sometimes, we have to let go to create it.
Releasing isn’t about giving up; it’s about making room for transformation. It’s like pruning a plant—by cutting away what’s overgrown or stagnant, you give it the opportunity to flourish and bloom in new ways. The same is true for us. When we surrender the things we’re clinging to—whether it’s an outdated belief, a rigid plan, or a past version of ourselves—we create room for fresh energy, new ideas, and unexpected beauty to enter our lives.
If you’re feeling stuck, I invite you to pause and reflect: What might you need to let go of to create space for growth? It doesn’t have to be something big—it could be a small step, like letting go of self-criticism or releasing the need to have everything figured out right now.
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