The Power of Art in Challenging Times
Slightly different post today. It’s short.
Slightly different post today. It’s short. It’s inspired by a photograph.
There’s always a mountain to climb. If there wasn’t then perhaps life wouldn’t be as interesting. Sometimes the challenge is lightening up the tough climbs with art— music, dance, writing, and poetry. Things that lift the spirit and talk to the soul.
Last summer I went to Mont Blanc with my parents we saw someone climbing up the mountain with a giant cello on their back. Talk about bringing music along with you on the tough climb. Life is perspective and music— all art and creativity— is what makes our souls happy and life worth living. They make challenging times a whole lot better.
Instead of weighing us down, art lifts us up. There is no doubt that during challenging times is when we need more of it. More musicians, poets, writers, painters, photographers, and true storytellers. Because our climb right now is a tough one, and we need the energy and inspiration to keep going despite the obstacles.
Art is our companion in challenging times.
It’s time we climb up the mountains equipped with a cello on our backs.
The human spirit of creativity truly soars. We need all of the arts and their beauty to connect our shared values, humanity, and our higher selves. Your photo is inspiring. 🙏