Dizzy

 

The truth belongs to the teller. People who know me have heard my soapbox speech on the importance of the story-teller. Credibility depends on attention to detail and the careful selection of words and composition. Writers who write well are artists. Visual artists are storytellers too. Their tools may be different but still have the aim to communicate. I’ve invested a lot time and energy breaking down the elements of how to communicate well, with varying degrees of success in art, advertising, education and business.

Communication is especially important in relationships too. How we talk to each other can have an impact on how we feel about each other over time. My appreciation of communication is further fortified with a belief in finding ways to best articulate meaning. My career paths through advertising and marketing and education are always closely tied to storytelling. There is nothing more compelling or engaging than telling a true story effectively.

Sometimes, there just seem to be no words. Artists struggle with expression and sometimes find ways to capture the essence of feelings and/or emotions. Still the business is often just plain flawed.

Some people have an understanding and no need to over-think a lifetime of interchanges from casual entertainment such as theater, movies, reading, etc. to more intense life choices and relationship issues (such as living arrangements, health and fitness goals and future plans).

My advice, more often than not: live in the now. Cherish the moments. Avoid overthinking each other. If we are lucky we might just see beauty in the little things. We might find joy that makes the ordinary seem extraordinary.