Exercise often moves us straight from stagnation to inspiration, from problem to solution, from self-pity to self-respect.

Mystery is at the heart of creativity. As creative channels, we need to trust the darkness.

We waste a lot of time and a lot of talent trying to write for the common reader, whom we will never meet. Instead we should be writing for our ideal reader.

Art opens the closets, airs out the cellars and attics. It brings healing.

Expect the universe to support your dream. It will.

But do you know how old I will be by the time I learn to really play the piano / act / paint / write a decent play?" Yes . . . the same age you will be if you don't.

Spirituality can release blocks, lead you to ideas, and make your life artful. Sometimes when we pray for guidance, we're guided in unexpected directions. We may want a lofty answer and we get the intuition to clean our bedroom. It can seem so humble and picky and that you don't necessarily think of it spiritual guidance.