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Hello There! Have I Told You How Much I’ve Missed You?
Yes! Hello again! It’s been a while.
Although the winter hasn’t thawed in some parts of the world, my time away from Medium and, more importantly, my beloved publication, Refresh the Soul, taught me some lessons and I have missed being here with you.
Many of you already know the loneliness that can surround you as you create and show up in your writing and art. It is a solo expedition, and without community, one can go a bit mad, right? Think Vincent van Gogh.
As a long-time artist and creator — graphic designer, painter, and writer—there is something very soothing about creating and being an artist and writer. It’s no wonder there are art therapy practitioners to help others understand the connection between art, healing, and mental health.
I began writing on Medium in August 2022 and diligently showed up every day for 18 months, eventually opening the publication, Refresh the Soul, which quickly became my heartbeat. Unfortunately, what happens when you are running on the treadmill too quickly and for too long, your heart wavers and gives out. I made a mistake by closing the publication altogether. I learned that lesson, and now I am back to give life in a space that I believe in — Medium. I also learned I need to surround myself with a team that will help me stay afloat.
If you are a writer and interested in joining the publication, Refresh the Soul, please check us out at the link given above. I look forward to reconnecting!
