Is an artist's terror.
When an artist creates, he or she is like a shaman. Inspiration comes as a gift. Those who follow Tao are the same. Their awareness of Tao is not something they have cleverly formulated, nor is it something that they possess. Tao comes to them like a gift. That is why the arts and Tao are so closely allied : The act of receiving and expressing is the same.Just as an artist dreads not being able to make art, so too does one who follows Tao dread not feeling Tao.
There are many times when we are called upon to be creative : an athlete on the field, a lecturer before an audience, a musician on stage, a cook at the stove, a parent with a child. How do we keep the channel open? Some people try by maintaining tidy and regular lives, others by being constantly active. We are all different, and there is no right or wrong. The only thing that counts is feeling Tao in your own life and maintaining that feeling as much of the time as possible. If you find those special things that are latent in you and learn to express them, then you will know Tao.
Personal Interpretation
The expression of creative energy is a gift that is bestowed upon the artist. Tao is made manifest in this expression. While the artist fears not being able to produce art, the practitioner of Tao fears not being able to sense Tao in his or her life. Some find themselves more in the flow of Tao when they make an effort to be constantly active. Others require contemplative silence on a daily basis. Let us do those activities that we enjoy, express ourselves in the ways that feel right to our souls, and approach the world with compassion. Tao will never be far from us when we are true to our spirits and the things they need to express. While creative output will vary, this is merely an indication that all things work in cycles. There is a low point as well as a high one. Sometimes seeking inspiration will yield incredible results, but more often inspiration will find out those who keep their minds open and receptive.
No comments:
Post a Comment