#creative force

The Writer

Volume 92 Number 1

January

Uncertainty is an unpredictable realm where the steps ahead aren't known and, therefore undefined. It's an unexplored territory - a space of non-creation - like an empty canvas, or untouched clay.

Each person's life journey is unique. So how we move forward is entirely our decision. This makes uncertainty a fertile zone for creation.

Despite this potential, humans fear uncertainty as we're wired for survival - to know what's next; to follow predictable patterns. It feels like an expansive, unknown force. It can feel intimidating as there are no clear instructions or step-by-step guides tailored to our circumstances.

When confronted with uncertainty, don't fear it. Think of it like a smattering of assorted ingredients, waiting to be combined in ways only you can understand. Your resources might be limited, but they are yours to explore.

Creating a niche lifestyle can feel difficult. It requires us to blur the edges of known aspects to bring about new ways of being. This requires a spirit of continued inquiry, and a strong sense of courage to keep following this curiosity.

Familiarize yourself with the unknown. It's your well-wisher, your cheerleader. It's your ally, a crucial resource. It urges you to create your journey because you no longer fit the boxes of what is expected of you, or those that once defined you. It aligns you with the pulse of your true essence, guiding you towards a life that nourishes you.

Uncertainty can feel like getting lost - the kind that can feel terrifying because no one else might be experiencing the same circumstances you are. Yet, a leap of faith affirms your trust to create your way into the unfamiliar. It isn't a threat. When facing a block, uncertainty asks you to relinquish rigid beliefs. It asks you to keep reinventing yourself until you become the person you're meant to be.

The unknown needs your trust; not your fear. Immersing yourself in this process will empower you to shape a life reflecting your values, interests, and preferences - your truest expression.