WARNING: This is way harder than you think. 

I’m working on it every day and I’ve got a long way to go. 

There are many reasons that make it difficult to tell the truth no matter what. Here’s are a few…

1. You have to know the truth, which requires a deep-dive into your own heart and soul.

2. The truth might upset people, which can be really hard if you are a people-pleaser like me.

3. And most importantly, it’s super freaking easy to lie to ourselves. We are masters at this.

In this video, I share why I believe telling the truth no matter what is actually a SUPERPOWER and one of the most important things we can do as creators, artists and humans who want to live fully expressed lives. 

Big love, ⁣⁣

D⁣

PS: If you dig this video and want to support me and the Artist Morning YouTube channel, you can subscribe here → https://www.youtube.com/c/ArtistMorning⁣ // at the link in my bio @dariusbashar

PPS: Come meditate and journal with me. It’s totally free and everyone is welcome. You might just love it → https://www.artistmorning.com // @artistmorning

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This meditation has helped me on several occasions when I felt run-down and exhausted. It honestly felt like a multivitamin for my soul.

It will help recharge your battery and fill you up, especially if you have been feeling stress, anxiety, exhaustion, pain, or have a general feeling of being unwell.

In 20 minutes I went from feeling like I was about to get sick to feeling strong and healthy again.

It set me up for a really great day and week.

BIG LOVE,

D

PS: If you’re looking for a FREE collection of Guided Morning Meditations, I’ve got you covered → https://www.artistmorning.com/free-meditation-for-creativity / link in bio @dariusbashar

PPS: Come meditate with me live. We meet as a group on Zoom every Wednesday and Friday at 9am EST. Sign up here for free → Free Group Meditation / @artistmorning

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Be gentle with your art.

And don’t forget to be kind and supportive to your artist self.

Because not everything is about money and fame.

It’s okay to keep your day job and make your art on the side.

It’s also okay to want to make a lot of money doing your art.

Just remember, for most of us our inner artist is very young. Usually between the ages of 5 and 15.

Before you place heavy expectations on yourself about earning a living with your art, let your inner artist play and create from a place of joy and exploration.

While your inner artist deepens your connection to your craft and becomes a skilled artist, it’s still your job as the adult to make sure the bills are paid and that there is food on the table.

Not all art needs to make money, but all artists do.

Love,

D

There’s a reason so many artists and creators go broke. Many of us have terrible relationships with money. For years, I lied to myself about how I felt about money. Those lies took me to the brink of bankruptcy and BURNOUT.

It’s very dangerous when artists or creators burn out because that can lead to them quitting something that brings them tremendous joy. I have seen so many insanely talented creators burn out because they can’t figure out how to make money in a sustainable manner.

In this video, I share 3 toxic beliefs that nearly took me out of the game and 3 practical tips to shift past these toxic beliefs.

I’m really excited to share this video because these tips honestly changed my life! I know there’s a few of you out there that will use these tips and immediately see and feel a difference.

Big love,

D

I don’t know about you, but when shit hits the fan and life starts to get overwhelming and uncertain, the easiest thing for me to do is stop taking care of myself. 

It’s so easy to fall out of my morning rituals. To stop meditating. To stop journaling. To stop exercising and eating healthy. 

By default, my coping mechanism is to bury myself under my sheets and eat and watch Netflix till I can’t feel anything… not even my own heart. 

After 38 years, it is clear to me that this approach will not help. It only prolongs and exacerbates the experience. 

What I need most in times like these is to stay as connected and close to my heart as possible. 

I need to double down on self-care, friends, family and community. 

Since the new lockdown announcement on Friday and the chaos that ensued, I worked hard to evolve past my default programming to run and hide, and instead chose to focus on the things that matter most. 

And I am really proud of myself.

I am sharing this post because I know someone out there can relate. 

It’s okay if you need to hide. It’s okay if you want to shut down. I get it. I’ve lived it for years. 

But…

Maybe you are ready to update that internal operating system. That default programming inside so many of us. Maybe there are gifts in these really challenging times. Opportunities to grow and ascend to a different level of being. 

Whatever you choose, just remember: it is a choice. 

Love,

D

PS: Two of my favourite self-care practices are meditation and journaling. If you are looking for a bit of space, support and structure to incorporate both into your week, come meditate with us at Artist Morning.

It’s 100% free and everyone is welcome. We meet every Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 10am (est).

You might just love it. —-> www.ArtistMorning.com / link in bio @dariusbashar

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There is a lot going on in the world. All of us are dealing with change and uncertainty on a daily basis.

This simple 15-minute guided morning meditation will help you find INNER PEACE and CALM within yourself.

In this meditation, we will explore the change that is happening all around us from a beautiful mountain overlooking the ocean.

I invite you to give your thinking / doing brain a rest and go on this journey to find endless peace, power and creativity within yourself.

This guided journey will meet you exactly where you are and help you compassionately explore and express your truth.

BIG LOVE,

D

PS: If you’re looking for a FREE collection of Guided Morning Meditations, I’ve got you covered → https://www.artistmorning.com/free-meditation-for-creativity / link in bio @dariusbashar

PPS: Come meditate with me live. We meet as a group on Zoom every Wednesday and Friday at 9am EST. Sign up here for free → Free Group Meditation / @artistmorning

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It takes place every Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 10am (EST).

It’s free and open to EVERYONE.

And it only takes 11 seconds to sign up. —> www.artistmorning.com

If you can’t make it but you still want to mediate, please feel free to browse my full collection on Insight Timer. —> https://insighttimer.com/dariusbashar

Big love,

D

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Lockdowns are really tough. 

Many of us are hurting and feel lost and alone. 

If you’re like me and you’re feeling the heaviness of this week, I want to invite you to join us this morning for a very special group meditation at 9am.

It’s free, it’s simple, and you might just LOVE IT. 

These morning group meditations are full of incredible humans who support each other.  There is a community and connection which many of us are longing for since the lockdown.

The only thing you need to bring is your presence. You can show up, leave your video off, and just listen.

Plus, today’s meditation is one of my faves and can really help shift your energy.

It takes 30 seconds to sign up. The link is in my bio / www.artistmorning.com

I hope to see you this morning.

Love, 

D

When it comes to creativity, talent is not as important as you think. Because sooner or later, something will get in the way of creating or expressing yourself in an authentic and exciting way. This is inevitable.

And the longer you do something, the more of these challenges you will encounter. If you're not ready or prepared for the bumps along the way, they will take the wind out of your sails and sometimes even knock you out of the game for good.

What you need is RESILIENCE.

It’s been a journey since my first business failures in my early 20's; I've learned a ton of lessons along the way, but especially lessons on how to build resilience as an entrepreneur and artist. In this video, I share three of my favourite and most effective tips—clear and actionable things you can start today— on how to build your resilience.

Let me know what you think about these tips or if you have any I didn’t include—I would love to hear them!

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“I am” affirmations are a great way to start your morning with positivity. This 15-minute guided meditation will boost your confidence, creativity, and energy. Walk away feeling safe and supported with greater access to joy and inspiration for the day ahead.

This is a wonderful meditation for anyone and everyone (artists, creators and entrepreneurs, especially).

Big love,

Darius 🙏🏽

PS: If you’re looking for a FREE collection of Guided Morning Meditations, I’ve got you covered → https://www.artistmorning.com/free-meditation-for-creativity / link in bio @dariusbashar

PPS: Come meditate with me live. We meet as a group on Zoom every Wednesday and Friday at 9am EST. Sign up here for free → Free Group Meditation / @artistmorning

#meditations #meditationpractice #meditationtime #meditationteacher #meditationclass #meditation🙏