BREAK FREE!
It’s time to recognize and release that which is holding me back from living large and in charge and with authenticity. Luckily, the only thing holding me back is my mind.
This month’s theme, to break free, coincides with a critical time in my career and on the heels of losing a few legends who broke free and served me a cup of much needed ambition.
I have deep admiration and respect for those who persistently and poetically pathed the way for others to break free; break free from stereotypes, free from small thinking, free from societal, environmental, and cultural constraints.
It’s an opportunity to recognize and carry the torch for those who stood up and stood out for what was right and did so while remaining true to their uniquely genuine selves and made the world better for all of us.
There have been and continue to be multitudes of these well-known and unknown people, yet in this moment I am talking about Dolly, Gloria, Tim, Wendell, Yayoi, and Mary – artists, musicians, activists, poets, authors, volunteers, wise and wonderful human beings. Their energy, authenticity, and dedication to others are legendary.
Dolly Parton’s talent, love, generosity and sense of self can’t hold a candle to the Jolene’s of the world.
Gloria Steinem’s articulate, intelligent, and never-ending force for gender and racial justice calls us to carry on her relentless work for humanity.
Tim Curry’s bold and unlimited audacious talent inspired every individual to “don’t dream it, be it!”
Wendell Berry’s dedication to farming his land with intention grew poetry and passion for the environment.
Yayoi Kusama’s hypnotic and obsessive repetition of dots and symbols took our minds to infinity with the purpose of disassembling boundaries. Her work is mesmerizing, visually and mentally.
Mary Maurer’s devotion to community organizations, volunteering, and public service during her mere 105 years of living will be known for generations to come.
The energy, selflessness, and wisdom these icons generously shared made the world a better place. God rest their souls.
