Painting my own Path - The art of dreaming and living

Not long ago, I made the decision to pursue my dream of becoming self-employed and living off my passion for art. Deep down, I had always known that I wanted to be independent and follow my creative path – but I wasn’t sure how or where to begin.

What I was missing was the courage – and the belief in myself.

Creating art, painting from the heart – it fills me with purpose. It's like meditation, a quiet space where joy flows freely and energy returns to me. In those moments, I forget the world around me. I am present. I create something entirely my own.

But in the reality of everyday life, working full-time as an educator, I often lacked the strength and time for what I truly loved. Eventually, I reached a point of burnout – and with it, a deep inner knowing arose:

Something in my life had to change.

So I took a deep breath. I gathered all my courage and took a step toward freedom – toward the dream I had carried within me for so long. A life of creativity, of self-employment as an artist.

For now, part-time – but still, a step that feels both small and monumental at the same time.

And I realized: The hardest part is simply beginning.

Especially when you don’t yet know how.

I had no idea how to build a website. I didn’t understand legal topics, taxes, online shops, or SEO.

But I told myself: I’ll figure it out. Step by step.

Because my desire to move people through my art was stronger than the fear of all the things I didn’t know yet.

So I began. I read, I tried, I failed, I learned – and I kept going.

And with every small step forward, my confidence grew.

I discovered something essential:

You don’t need to start perfectly. You just need to start.

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Along the way, I received encouragement and love – especially from my family and most of all from my mom. Her words lifted me up when doubt crept in. They reminded me of the strength I already carried within me.

Today, I stand at the beginning of this new path as a independent artist.

But I walk it with love. With shining eyes. And with a deep desire to share my art with the world.

Maybe you, too, feel that longing inside you. Maybe there’s a creative fire in you – waiting patiently to be seen, to be heard, to be lived.

If so, then I want to offer you this, from my heart to yours:

👉 You don’t need to know everything. You just need to begin.

The rest will follow. Through action. Through trust. Through love.

Follow what lights you up. What makes you come alive.And then you’ll know – without a doubt:

You’re on the right path.

Because dreams aren’t just meant to be dreamed. They’re meant to be lived.

With love,Maria