Monthly Archives: July 2011

The Gift of Being Uncomfortable

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I went to a seminar for Amazing Women yesterday and the founder of the organization mentioned something that was so timely and spot on that I had to share it with you.

While her talk was about the destructive power of “Doubt,” and how to really have faith and believe in ourselves in order to truly become unstoppable; within her speech she mentioned something about being “uncomfortable” that really resonated with me. It was clear to me this was a woman who knew herself very well as she simply stated, “…if you’re uncomfortable, then that is a signal that you need to make a change.”

There are times in our lives when something that used to be comfortable or was one of our favorite things or pastimes, becomes uncomfortable. Whether it is your favorite pair of jeans that no longer fit or a financial, work, or personal relationship situation that no longer feels “right,” unfortunately, it is now uncomfortable and discretely stealing some if not all of your joy. But have you ever thought of this discomfort as a gift?

Yes, in this moment you’re not exactly happy (most uncomfortable people are not) but I challenge you to look at these moments of discomfort and instead of whining and complaining about your situation, really stop and embrace this discomfort as a sign.

A sign that you can do one of three two things:

1.      Make an adjustment

2.      Let “it” go and start something or get something brand new

3.      Keep complaining about your situation and become so negative no one wants to be around you


Many times this discomfort means we need to make an adjustment: start working out, make a minor change to our diet; approach our finances and relationships with an open mind and make a slight change for the better. Or this discomfort could also be sign that your season for those jeans or the work you a doing today has passed. It’s time for a new pair or a brand new gig.

It is often at this decision point where people often start to stall, as a result of their doubts and fears… falling into the trap of feeling powerless over their current situation. It’s time to reach out and have a conversation with your trusted source (God, family member, friend, mentor etc.) to help you determine what type of change you need to make.

In the end, it’s easier said than done, but figure out what you like and what makes you happy and make a change so that in each moment of each day you are truly comfortable; and if you’re not, then think of the discomfort as a gift…a sign that it’s time to make a change.

Fast Forward – Rewind – Press ‘Play’

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Fifteen years from now…what does your life look like? Where do you live? How do you make a living? Are you married? Have any kids? Are you debt free? Are you Happy? (I hope so!)

 Tell me…in great detail, what does your life look like?  On a typical day, when do you wake up? What do you eat for breakfast? What keeps you motivated? Are you doing your life’s work?

Now, let’s rewind the tapes…where did you come from? What makes you who you are? Was there a major event in your life that shaped who you are today? Why do you believe what you believe? What led you to do what you do today? Whose path did you follow? Was it your own or someone else’s?

Now let’s press play on the present moment. You know where you have come from and you hope that when you fast forward your life’s tape, you will arrive at your ultimate future; but the question remains, what are you doing today (and everyday) to take steps towards doing your life’s work? You get one shot at this film called, “My Life,” and I hope that when the credits roll, your film is an epic tale of a life truly lived.

… and ACTION!

The Artist’s Purpose Tank

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Acquiring knowledge is a choice. Knowledge is not only power; it is the golden parachute to your life’s canvas. We, as artists, should neither be starved nor obese by the knowledge that will power us through. You have heard the phrase “garbage in, garbage out.” So now I ask you artist…With what are you fueling your mind, body, and soul? Hopefully not garbage. Is your life’s purpose fuel tank filled with a premium blend of: philosophy, art, macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates and good fats), inspiration, love, collaboration, meditation and a heap of spirituality?

Living in America opportunities abound. The challenge is in following your owner’s manual to properly fuel a healthy mind, body and soul. Obesity is an epidemic as a result of excess and inactivity which leads to being unproductive and unhealthy. It’s important that we are not overindulging in any one area of this triad. What we take in must be shared out, for it is the impetus behind our brush strokes on our life’s canvas. Yet we need to be cognizant of what we’re putting in, because it will inevitably come out as a stroke of truth on our canvas. Garbage in, garbage out?

We were put on this earth to be productive, and make an impact. We as artists cannot accomplish our purpose if we are starved for knowledge, or if we have allowed obesity to creep into our lives, clogging the arteries of our mind, body, and soul triad. It’s not simply what we know…it’s what we do with what we know. Exercise your right to chase the right knowledge, fuel your purpose tank, and paint your Mona Lisa. How’s your canvas looking?

Welcome…I hope you brought your canvas!

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Hi I’m Theresa Watts, soon to be Theresa Campbell…that’s right friends I’m getting’ hitched! Yeah, yeah, yeah I know I jumped the gun on my blog name, but I believe if you want something in life, you have to claim it today!

That being said, this blog has been a long time coming…I hope you enjoy the journey as together we can discover, embrace, and truly live our life’s purpose.

Get ready to start your art!