This Calls For Some FUN!!!

This month, we’re discussing Creative Compassion.

I took compassionate leave this week. This blog post is late. I simply couldn’t keep all the plates spinning. And you know what? No one minds.

Here’s what I learned. Sometimes the fun has to come first. Just because.

This week’s email was all about FUN.

I hope you found some. If you’re still searching, that’s ok, you’re in good company.

Searching for the FUN?

I was searching too. So I made it a priority. Nothing else got done until I chose 1 fun thing to do. I mean it. I had to pick 1 creative, frivolous, for-nothing thing before I even went to work. Was it harder than expected? Yes! I am grisly sometimes with myself. Did it make my week better? Also yes. 100%.

So here is a list of Artist Date ideas I got from this blog post: I dare you to choose 1 (or 3 or 5!) and try it THIS WEEK! Do these inspire other ideas ? (like, “no way, but maybe…?” Do that instead! )What do you say? What have you got to lose?

• Visit an artist’s supply shop.
• Spend some time outdoors with your journal, sketchbook, craft supplies, etc.
• Go for a walk, and take your camera with you to document the experience.
• Stop by the library, and check out some CDs.
• Set a timer, and spend an hour working on something you’ve been putting off.
• Create an artist’s workspace in your home.
• See an Oscar-nominated movie or a foreign film.
• If you don’t have an artist’s blog, start one.
• Visit a “creative” shop that has nothing to do with what you actually do–an art supply store, a fabric shop, a music store.
• Grab a stack of magazines, and clip whatever looks interesting or cool to create your own inspiration board.
• Support the local arts scene. Go to a local festival, music event, art show, play, museum exhibit, etc.
• Plant something. Start your own herb garden. Butterfly garden. Plant a tomato or some bulbs. Try a “guerilla garden,” and scatter seeds randomly somewhere to see what grows.

SUMMER READING Videos on Instagram and YouTube!

Check out my channels for the video Introduction, 1 QUARTER Review, Halfway Video , 3 QUARTER and FINAL.

2 MORE CHANCES TO WIN PRIZES! See the Introduction and Halfway Video for more details.

F(inish) It Framework: Mentality for 2026

I am running my business and my life through the exact framework of my signature program, F(inish) It.

• If you’re feeling burnt out, or like another thing on your list would break you
• If you need to add some intentionality, or you’re ready to stop making excuses
• If you are ready to stop starting and actually cross the finish line

Contact Me or COMMENT below, and we’ll make a customized plan for you and your project.

Fun troubles? Let’s talk.

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xxxlinsey