Nurture your support
To be an artist means that you’ve probably received one of the following:
1) A galvanization of adversity and are too stubborn to quit (like many many many success stories, by the way)
2) A strong network of friends and family who have always said “you can do it!” and helped you believe just that.
3) A combination of both (like yours truly)
I wish to speak to “#2″ because it is perhaps the most powerful and yet the most fragile.
Whether it is a multitude of loving supporters or just a precious few - even 1 - It’s important to remember that their support is unsolicited, inspired and honest. It takes a lot of energy to be positive and even more to share those feelings with others. If it’s not reciprocated, one gets tired and eventually unlikely to continue acting as such.
So the message? Say “thank you!” Tell them you appreciate their support. Stay humble. They’re most likely the foundation that helped you achieve greatness in the first place. Without them, it’s equally likely you’ll crumble.
Tags: advice, Art, Life, support, wisdom