Writing started as just a curiosity for me too. Now it’s the thing I turn to when nothing else makes sense. I’ve thought for a long time that I had to wait for the perfect idea to write anything. But most of my favorite poems and short stories have come just from showing up and putting pen to paper. I love when you said “Choose something small. Make a little mess.” That’s going on a sticky note above my desk today. Well done Idris Elijah!
That’s amazing! Curiosity led you to writing. Indeed it’s all about showing up and putting in the work like you’re doing. Keep it up 🤓👍🏾 And thank you for your kind words 😊
As a parent, I’ve seen this idea of waiting for passion confuse even young kids, especially in a world where it feels like you’re supposed to know what you want to do by the time you turn 10. I really appreciate the reminder that curiosity, not clarity, is what we should be nurturing. Reading this made me think about how music became a bond between me and my daughter. It wasn’t instant…It has grown with each practice and each messy jam session. And that’s the beauty of it! I’ll be sharing this with my daughter tonight as a conversation starter. Beautifully said Idris Elijah!
Right! I remember feeling soooo confused when I was a kid about what I wanted to do with my life. But to think we have to know by 10 is insane. Your insight is priceless because yes, passion isn’t instant, it’s built over time. You know it. Brilliant comment Maria! 🙌🏾🙃
Waiting for passion like it’s Grubhub delivery is not the move! This is exactly the kind of message I wish I had heard when I was 22. There’s so much power in giving ourselves permission to try, stumble and keep going. I love how you broke down momentum, mastery and meaning. It helps me and everyone reading this realize that we aren’t behind, we’re just building. Thank you for modeling what it looks like to build passion through action. Inspiring read Idris!
Thank you Brian for your kind words and insight. I completely agree and wish I knew back when I was 22 or even earlier. But there’s no better moment than the present. You’re most welcome 🤗
This really resonates with me. I used to wait for a bolt of inspiration before I’d even pick up a paintbrush. But once I started just showing up to the canvas (no matter what!) I found rhythm, joy and eventually what I know to be passion. For anyone who is sitting on the sidelines waiting for clarity, your newsletter is a sign to get messy and start. I appreciate you sharing your journey with us Idris Elijah!
I’m pleased to hear that this issue resonated with you. I think a lot of creatives feel the way you did, and later discover the fact that showing up is the most important thing. Kudos to you for figuring it out sooner rather than later. Thank you for your kind words 🤩
Writing started as just a curiosity for me too. Now it’s the thing I turn to when nothing else makes sense. I’ve thought for a long time that I had to wait for the perfect idea to write anything. But most of my favorite poems and short stories have come just from showing up and putting pen to paper. I love when you said “Choose something small. Make a little mess.” That’s going on a sticky note above my desk today. Well done Idris Elijah!
That’s amazing! Curiosity led you to writing. Indeed it’s all about showing up and putting in the work like you’re doing. Keep it up 🤓👍🏾 And thank you for your kind words 😊
As a parent, I’ve seen this idea of waiting for passion confuse even young kids, especially in a world where it feels like you’re supposed to know what you want to do by the time you turn 10. I really appreciate the reminder that curiosity, not clarity, is what we should be nurturing. Reading this made me think about how music became a bond between me and my daughter. It wasn’t instant…It has grown with each practice and each messy jam session. And that’s the beauty of it! I’ll be sharing this with my daughter tonight as a conversation starter. Beautifully said Idris Elijah!
Right! I remember feeling soooo confused when I was a kid about what I wanted to do with my life. But to think we have to know by 10 is insane. Your insight is priceless because yes, passion isn’t instant, it’s built over time. You know it. Brilliant comment Maria! 🙌🏾🙃
Waiting for passion like it’s Grubhub delivery is not the move! This is exactly the kind of message I wish I had heard when I was 22. There’s so much power in giving ourselves permission to try, stumble and keep going. I love how you broke down momentum, mastery and meaning. It helps me and everyone reading this realize that we aren’t behind, we’re just building. Thank you for modeling what it looks like to build passion through action. Inspiring read Idris!
Thank you Brian for your kind words and insight. I completely agree and wish I knew back when I was 22 or even earlier. But there’s no better moment than the present. You’re most welcome 🤗
This really resonates with me. I used to wait for a bolt of inspiration before I’d even pick up a paintbrush. But once I started just showing up to the canvas (no matter what!) I found rhythm, joy and eventually what I know to be passion. For anyone who is sitting on the sidelines waiting for clarity, your newsletter is a sign to get messy and start. I appreciate you sharing your journey with us Idris Elijah!
I’m pleased to hear that this issue resonated with you. I think a lot of creatives feel the way you did, and later discover the fact that showing up is the most important thing. Kudos to you for figuring it out sooner rather than later. Thank you for your kind words 🤩