The Longest Day

Imperfect Manifesto

Everyone is born creative & everyday is an opportunity to perform a new creative act.

When it's hard to paint the clouds we draw the mountains.

Making things makes us feel good.

We learn to do something by doing.

When we are brave our life expands.

Risk is what transforms us.

Imperfection is our ally.

We like to slow down and do one thing at a time.

We take pleasure in the ordinary everyday details.

Being mindful helps, simplicity takes time.

We don't mind if we're not too flash.

We care about being authentic.

Living a modest life makes us happy.

This was posted by friend of mine who lives in the Blue Mountains in Australia.

I really like the sentiment and its simple wisdom, you could do far worse than to follow these suggestions in your own daily life. I was inspired at the weekend by a wonderful sunset (that happened to be on the longest day). I got all arty with my photography and remembered how much I love tinkering with my camera. I was also reminded of this quote, because often the very simple pleasures are the best. A supper and sunset on Saturday with my family was certainly the highlight of my week and really helped centre me.

This Manifesto isn't just about playing it safe and finding creativity in your comfort zone (lovely though that is). It's also about living life on the edge and seeing where your creativity can take you. Its about being brave and seeing the opportunities wherever they might find you, something I'll be taking with me this week.