FEATURE: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert // creative parenting beyond fear

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Today we feature Big Magic, written by the incomparable heart-warmer / spirit-challenger, Elizabeth Gilbert!We banter all about:· The magical jewels hidden in each of us, made real by becoming a parent· How to comfortably co-exist with fear· Our desire to separate our genius (or lack thereof) from our sense of self and worth· The super power that is the “arrogance of belonging”· A way to think of parenting as a devotional path to stay true to · How to embrace the grand paradox of our work being both everything and nothing· Looking at your lot in life as a tasty shit sandwich· The ways in which we can meet our destiny with good cheer and curiosity instead of martyrdom· The ever-powerful reminder to fucking LIGHTEN UP. Seriously. Or not seriously, rather.Learn more about Elizabeth Gilbert and her book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by visiting her website www.elizabethgilbert.com and follow her magical life on Instagram @elizabeth_gilbert_writer.This episode is supported by Modern Macramé, a one stop shop honoring the timeless art of woven craft -- from vintage items to do it yourself projects. Visit modernmacrame.com and enter code UPBRINGING15 for 15% off. Visit our Partners Page to learn more!Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together.Email us: [email protected] UpBringing on:Instagram: @up_bringingFacebook: @jointheupbringingAnd: Youtube

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Big Magic is our feature today, written by the incomparable heart-warmer / spirit-challenger, Elizabeth Gilbert! We banter all about: · The magical jewels hidden in each of us, made real by becoming a parent · How to comfortably co-exist with fear · Our desire to separate our genius (or lack thereof) from our sense of self and worth · The super power that is the “arrogance of belonging” · A way to think of parenting as a devotional path to stay true to · How to embrace the grand paradox of our work being both everything and nothing · Looking at your lot in life as a tasty shit sandwich · The ways in which we can meet our destiny with good cheer and curiosity instead of martyrdom · The ever-powerful reminder to fucking LIGHTEN UP. Seriously. Or not seriously, rather. Learn more about Elizabeth Gilbert and her book Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by visiting her website www.elizabethgilbert.com and follow her magical life on Instagram @elizabeth_gilbert_writer. This episode is supported by Modern Macramé, a one stop shop honoring the timeless art of woven craft -- from vintage items to do it yourself projects. Visit modernmacrame.com and enter code UPBRINGING15 for 15% off. Visit our Partners Page to learn more! Visit our website, www.upbringing.co to learn more about us and sign up for our newsletter! Watch our Empowerment Happy Hour Conversations on our Videos Page or on Youtube. Submit your Dear Upbringing challenges via email or DM. We want to hear your thoughts. We care deeply about what you think and how you’re doin’, so get in touch -- we’re better together. Email us: [email protected] Follow UpBringing on: Instagram: @up_bringing Facebook: @jointheupbringing And: Youtube

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