Are Flowers Worth It?

This world isn’t always generous to artists.

“If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow his vision wherever it takes him.” – John F. Kennedy

I’ve got a couple of approaches to tackling that kind of infinity. One… is to go big picture.

The demands of family, finance, and daily life can regularly sideline our passion for creativity. But what can be even more dangerous to our creativity, are the messages that we tell ourselves about our desire to create.

Giving ourselves the space that we need to create is very much like buying ourselves a beautiful bouquet of flowers. At first, the decision might seem impractical.

“What do I need these flowers for?, They’re expensive, I can’t eat them, and they’ll be dead in a week! The whole idea is ludicrous.”

Flowers in the studio.

But take them home, clip the stems, and set them in a vase… watch as your whole house is transformed. Their beauty is palpable. The vibrant colors, intoxicating smells, and exotic shapes elevate the space. When people enter, they notice and respond. They breathe deeper, smile a bit more, and there is a glint of appreciation for the thoughtfulness that a bouquet of flowers implies.

In the same way, when we take time to nourish our creativity and set aside our art as not only beautiful, but important, the ripples that this kind of intention creates in our lives are far-reaching.

Don’t underestimate the value of doing what you love. It is rich and right, and it permeates everything that is your life with a kind of next-level betterness. When we honor our creative path, it has a direct effect on the people in our closest circles and eventually, our community at large.

So, instead of branding your need to paint as irresponsible, consider the pursuit of your art as something sacred. Days go by too quickly, but I have the art on my walls, and the memory of flowers.

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How do you assign value to an idea?

Do you allow yourself to make the world more beautiful?

Are flowers worth it?