Am I good enough?

Inspiration comes to me in numerous and often unexpected forms. It may be something I stumble upon while browsing the internet, a heartfelt conversation I have with a good friend, or even the captivating beauty I encounter in nature during a quiet walk. However the idea hits me, it marks the beginning of creating something truly beautiful and profoundly meaningful. Just as each individual pebble or piece of sea glass holds its own unique characteristics in terms of color, shape, texture, and size, so too does each piece of art that I create. It is a labor of love to meticulously combine these simplistic yet charming elements into something that resonates with true meaning for me. After all, art is ultimately seen through the eye of the beholder, isn't it?

There are moments when I allow certain pieces to sit quietly for a while, as sometimes, I simply cannot seem to get the artwork just right or I hit a frustrating creative block. During these periods, I find it helpful to step away for a time, allowing myself some breathing room, and usually, at some point, I find my way back, inspired and ready to finish the piece. As I sit here working on an order, I often find myself lost in thought, wondering if I am “good enough” to be called an artist. I see and deeply appreciate all various art forms and consequently find myself constantly questioning whether my art measures up to that of the many other talented artists I admire. This is an internal struggle that I wrestle with daily. At times, it holds me back from fully expressing my true creative self.

I tend to be hyper-critical of my work because of these feelings. I think that, in life, we often find ourselves asking if we are “good enough,” and I am gradually learning to embrace the undeniable truth that we are ALL good enough—myself included. My life has been quite the journey, and as I approach yet another year around the sun, I can’t help but reflect that both the good and the bad experiences have led me to where I am today. It is in this very moment that I discover genuine happiness through my art, in my loving family, and within my entire life. I am in the process of learning to be kinder to myself and to remind myself consistently that “I am good enough.” Perhaps, this realization could inspire a new piece I create, one that showcases the idea that we are all walking through life together, and it is through our shared compassion and kindness that we can become the best versions of ourselves. So let love guide you, and may it bring peace and harmony to the world around us. And gently remind us, in the most comforting way, that we are indeed good enough just as we are.