Got a sad email from an artist who is feeling discouraged because of someoneโs negative opinion. It hurts to hear, especially from those who we care about. (I get criticized for living my life as fully as I do at times...). When it comes to creating your OWN life, though, remember this: ๐๐๐ When you know WHAT you want, and you are COMMITTED to making it happen, let nothing get in the way. ๐ Other people's opinions are interesting but do not matter. ๐ Spend time with positive people who BELIEVE in you and who SUPPORT your dreams. ๐๐๐ป๐๐พ Never let anyone steal your dreams away from you. ๐๐๐ You have ALL THE POWER - so use it! ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ I believe in you! ๐ sunset photos taken at #Sanclemente Pier with my beautiful, uplifting, positively supportive friend @evelinapentcheva โค๏ธ ๐๐๐ #artmoneysuccess #mariabrophy #dreambuilding #surroundyourselfwithlove #supporteachother #artlife (at The Pier at San Clemente) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHEEfVVnlJk/?igshid=1ev81pxovxrym