About Brian Tomlin

I am Brian Tomlin. I love stories and people watching. The world of creativity has always attracted me to experience all forms of expression. I am learning that growth in any area of life takes time, dedication, patience. I tend to be a perfectionist and idealist, and my visions and callings have always seemed so big, and I so unequal to them. I am realizing I must work to grow into those callings instead of despairing that I am not there now. As I get older, I feel called to step outside the privilege of my imagination and to try to make a difference to others. I want to connect with you so we can inspire one another to be more daring, more authentic and more expressive.

Who is Brian Tomlin?

My Creative Journey

I have been a writer, teacher, editor.

I have so many creative ideas that many times I have been trapped by indecision about which to pursue.

The most difficult part of my journey has been believing  I was capable enough and deserving enough to spend time, energy and money on artistic pursuits.

When I stopped thinking about the outcome, I got closer to my goals. When I wasted energy thinking it was useless to try because I was only going to fail, I was paralyzed with depression. When I daydreamed about the greatest possible fantastical success I could achieve, I had no energy or desire to practice and learn from where I actually was.

My journey is still in progress and I hope that stays true until I die.

My Beliefs

I believe that the creative spirit lives in all of us.

We all have the right and ability to live the life that we want.

We learn at least as much from our failings and mistakes as we do from our strengths and successes.

Each person has a unique viewpoint and set of beliefs. They are all valid and all extensions of the creative beings we are.

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