First of all, I had a pattern to follow. I had to actually study the steps I needed to complete the project. Step by step thinking has never been my forte. I have always lived my life 1, 2....6. I am discovering that skipping steps isn't always the easiest way to achieve a goal! (Who knew?!?)
About 3 hours into beading this particular necklace, (and 9:30 at night) my fireline broke in the worst place possible. My first thought was, "Oh no, I'm going to have to take this out and start over!" Luckily, my "little voice" coached, "BREATHE" which I did and a solution to the problem came to me immediately. Everything worked out and I was able to get back into the rhythm of beading.
What's interesting about beading (or knitting or playing a musical instrument or building something or doing anything involving the hands) is that it brings about a centering in the body and literally integrates the brain hemispheres. There is also the satisfaction of taking 2 or more objects and bringing them together to create a single piece. What a wonderful integrating experience! I encourage everyone to find something to do with their hands to help create the clarity and focus that often gets lost during a hectic day.
So...beading and life:
1) When you have a passion and are fascinated with what you are doing, the rest of life is more interesting.
2) Steps do lead us to a goal.
3) Life is more interesting in color.
4) There is always a solution to any problem.
5) Creating with our hands gives us a sense of wholeness.
6) Faster isn't always better.
7) Our "little voice" always knows best.
8) We can always find time for the things we love to do.
9) There are so many interesting people who share our passions.
10) We're never too old to learn something new!
