Umm...hi there...it's been a while...how are you?

The greatest advice comes from the gnarliest problems.  

I've been struggling mightily to write these blog entries.  I like writing.  I write copious and well thought out emails on a regular basis (some might argue a bit too verbose).  I regularly write a journal.  So, it's not the act of putting words to paper that hinders me.  *sigh*  Time to take an honest look at my hangups and figure out what my deal is.

As is often the case, my epiphany came in the shower...I'm a problem solver.  I need problems, challenges or conflict to inspire and motivate me.  I had been attempting to write from the perspective of educator, rather than strategist (or nosy busybody?).  This just wasn't igniting a spark for me.

To test this theory, I'm planning on finding some sort of situation, concern or problem as the catalyst for my next entry and see how that "feels."   

For example, my most recent work-related issue was finding inspiration to write this blog again.  I knew the following:

• I needed to get out of my house - too many personal distractions.
• I needed a lively place with lots of humanity around me, but not too loud.
• Somewhere with wine and beer is a plus, but not totally necessary, but I'm not a "coffee shop" type of writer.
• It needed to have a fairly ergonomic setup so I can work on my laptop for an hour or two without suffering wrist torture.
• Ideally it would be in walking distance to my home or at least have ample parking.

I had no idea where to go.  So I turned to an internet community for advice.  After one smartass told me to go to Casa Bonita (which is worth checking out under other circumstances - if you like cliff divers and gorillas) someone else mentioned Union Station.  Hallelujah!  This met all my criteria, and then some!  As I sit here and write and listen to life going on around me, I have a new-found sense of purpose and inspiration. This (for today, at least) is perfect.

Challenges inspire me, and even the act of "finding a way to find a way" to tackle them is energizing for me.  

I'd love your help in my effort to write an ongoing blog with quality content.  So, my question to you is what are you currently trying to solve?  Anything is fair game, and I'd love to help you come up with next steps that you feel good about.

If you don't feel comfortable replying in the comments of this entry, feel free to contact me directly at aymii@ensomastudios.com.

Be kind to yourself,

Aymii

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