An artist feels vulnerable to begin with; and yet the only answer is to recklessly discard more armour.
Your chances of creating deeply hinge on the quality of your awareness state.
Creativity requires introspection, self-examination, and a willingness to take risks. Because of this, artists are perhaps more susceptible to self-doubt and despair than those who do not court the creative muses.
A long, deep breath is the equivalent of a full stop and the key to centering.
Creativity is the marriage humanity makes with eternity.
When a thing is not done, continuing to work is the strength; but when it is done, the strength lies in stopping.