The first obstacle every great visionary must overcome is the apparent lack of resources to make the vision a reality. What if that's what every miracle looks like right before it is born? What if you assess the resources you do have and begin pulling them together to make your vision manifest? What if you bless every resource, from raw materials to intangible support from people you know? What if, by focusing your attention on what you have (no matter how insignificant it might seem!) it begins ...
This week, I had the immense pleasure of interviewing Elizabeth Gilbert, the best-selling author of "Eat, Pray, Love." Talking with Liz was every bit as decadent as devouring her book. She speaks with the love, authenticity and compassion of a sister. Within moments of saying hello, I recognized in her a kindred spirit. During the interview, I asked Liz if suffering was a necessary part of birthing a new creative project. We hear about the "labor pains" of bringing forth a piece of art, literature, or music. Must this always be the case? Her response has forever changed the way I view ...


