Clarissa the Curious Dabbler
Your Soul's Creative Gift is Boundless Curiosity.
Clarissa's Story, Your Story
Your curiosity has always been a force of nature, propelling you into the unknown with boundless enthusiasm and an insatiable appetite for discovery. From a young age, you were captivated by the world's wonders, your imagination ignited by the endless possibilities awaiting exploration.
As a child, your room was a treasure trove of books and projects on every topic imaginable. You'd lose yourself in the pages of encyclopedias, delving into the mysteries of ancient civilizations one day and unraveling the secrets of the cosmos the next. Your curiosity knew no bounds, and with each new subject you encountered, your thirst for knowledge only grew stronger.
As you entered adulthood, your curiosity manifested in a desire to explore a myriad of creative pursuits. Perhaps you spent weekends experimenting with watercolors, losing yourself in the swirls of color as you brought her imagination to life on the page. Then, you'd switch gears, diving into the world of pottery, shaping clay with your hands and infusing each piece with a bit of your soul.
Or perhaps, your creative curiosity was dampened by life, work, raising a family, and feeling strapped for time for decades but now your inner Clarissa is back in full force and you are feeling uncertain about where to begin again.
Amidst the joy of exploration, you may often find yourself grappling with a sense of indecision. With so many interests pulling you in different directions, you sometimes struggle to focus on one thing long enough to make significant progress. You fear missing out on opportunities or failing to find your true calling amidst the sea of possibilities.
Through intuitive journaling and deep reflection, you will begin to see your diverse range of interests not as a hindrance, but as a testament to your boundless curiosity. Each new pursuit offers valuable lessons and insights, enriching your life in ways you never could have imagined.
Boundless curiosity is your soul's creative gift and with this gift you have the ability to connect deeply with others, solve problems, innovate solutions and dream up bold ideas.
When you engage in a process of self-discovery you will unearth the common thread weaving through your various interests. Whether through paintbrush strokes, culinary creations, or feats of engineering, you will find joy in weaving together narratives and sharing your unique perspective with the world.
When you embrace your soul's creative gift, you will approach midlife and beyond with a renewed sense purpose and intentional curiosity. Learn to prioritize your passions while still allowing yourself the freedom to explore new interests along the way. As you continue on your journey as a curious dabbler, you can find fulfillment in the ever-expanding tapestry of your creative expression, each thread a testament to your boundless curiosity and unyielding spirit of exploration.
Now that you have identified your Soul's Creative Gift, it is time to Craft the Next Chapter of Your Life.
Get Your Creative Compass Now!
The 2nd half of life is a huge time of transition and transformation in women's lives that comes big questions like "Who am I?" or "What's my purpose?" In order to answer those questions, you need to know what direction to travel first, that's where our Creative Compass comes in.
Your Creative Compass includes:
A powerful assessment tool you can use over and over again
Custom instructional videos for each of the 4 Creative Soul Gifts
An easy-to-use printable workbook to download or open on your device
Your Soul's Creative Gift
Your ability to see the world around you with eyes of curiosity and wonder is your secret sauce. Like a squirrel collecting nuts for winter, you gather experiences and wisdom from every corner of the creative universe, infusing your endeavors with a cosmic kaleidoscope of inspiration. Your lies lies in your boundless curiosity, transforming mundane moments into magical adventures and every project into a masterpiece of eclectic creativity.
Your Soul's Creative Shadow
The shadow side of boundless curiosity appears in two ways. First, when you fail to turn your own inner wisdom. And second, when faced with an overabundance of options, like a kid in a candy store, you find yourself paralyzed by the Pandora's box of creative ideas and opportunities, unsure which idea to pursue next; you get stuck in indecision and overwhelm. You lose connection with curiosity and can cycle into despair and shame.
Your Creative Dreams
You dream of a life filled with continuous discovery, where each new interest or pursuit adds richness and depth to your soul's journey. You long to find your purpose, where your diverse interests converge into one coherent and fulfilling focus.
What Keeps You Awake at Night
You wrestle with a fear of missing out or spreading yourself too thin. Your biggest concern is not being able to commit to one path or feeling overwhelmed by the vast array of possibilities. You worry you will never find your true calling or if you do commit to a singular purpose, you will miss out on opportunities.
Journaling Prompts for Clarissa's Self-Discovery
Q. How does your soul's creative gift help you confidently own your creative purpose?
Q. When do you feel most disconnected from your curiosity and is there a common story or thread that causes this to happen?
Q. What is the bright idea or cosmic thread that weaves your interests together and has mostly likely been ever-present for years or even decades?
Learn more about the other Creative Gifts
Your Creative Compass is built Just For You, Clarissa.
With this assessment tool and instructional videos tailored to your Soul's Creative Gifts you'll discover which specific areas of your life to focus on in this next chapter while still making time and space for lots of curiosity and play.
Hi, I'm Minette
I'm a modern day Renaissance woman.
I am an artist, author, creative guide and a rebel, leader, deep thinker and asker of curious questions.
I have definitely gone through phases of being Clarissa in my life, trying all the things and not able to finish anything because I get too excited about the next new thing.
I have had multiple careers and am on my third business, my books are on topics as diverse as relationships, marketing and time management and I don't have a signature style in my art work.
Yet it's all worked. And each different thread has brought me to this moment now where I can finally be my most authentic self and am living a life I love doing work that makes a difference.
I'm 59, it took me a hot minute to get to this level of clarity and I am still distracted by curiosity and too many ideas from time to time.
There is hope when you start to embrace your soul's creative gift and stop trying to fit in to someone else's idea of a creative life.
Here's the truth: you have many life purposes and they shift and change along with your interests and passions of the moment. Be where you are now. Be Clarissa. Be you.
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