Here for Growth

I am an artist, photographer, book worm, blogger, cozy minimalist, Wiccan, yogi, dog lover, and personal growth focused.

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My word for 2022 was easy, as in let it be easy.

And honestly 2022 was not easy, but I made major strides in all areas of my life to allow my future to be. I got ketamine treatment for my anxiety/OCD/PTSD, worked diligently on healing from codependency, stopped people pleasing, and set major boundaries. I am working on being unavailable for things/people no longer serving my best interests. And I am focusing on choosing myself, loving myself, and taking care of myself. And that is why this year I’ve chosen the word STRENGTH.

I want to be strong physically and mentally. I want to have strong boundaries, a strong relationship with myself, a strong marriage, strong friendships/relationships, strong self-respect, and overall be a stronger person. I’m really looking forward to having the best year and seeing what this chapter has to offer

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Fun owl digital painting I did. #owl #paintings #digitalart #artbymnc #myart #art #hedwig #wizardingworld #harrypotter (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg21aNrv40T456A33bfRLHeFkm5WORwo6WtwS80/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I decided to add my art to the Society6 shop! You can now purchase my art in prints, on mugs, office supplies, shirts, and even stickers. I have only added a few of my pieces, but I'm working diligently to add more. Check out my shop and if anything catches your eye, please consider purchasing as we can always make our part of the world a little more beautiful! https://society6.com/artfrommnc/all #society6artist #society6 #artist #mncart #artbymnc #myownshop (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cf_9XXBLKWIN_2n30eDvU6YSUSo3jDiPq1qi_E0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The trigger laws placed immediately after the ruling here in Utah is disgraceful. This is harmful to everyone, but especially the lgbtqia community, minorities, and the underprivileged. Taking away a basic human right should be appalling to everyone. Please donate to your local planned parenthood, they are still fighting and we need to as well. #plannedparenthood #bansoffourbodies #roevwade #abortionrights #abortionishealthcare #plannedparenthoodutah #humanrights #lgbt #abortionforallgenders #progressiveprideflag #uterus #lgbtq #lgbtqia (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfSBtjdP9L2_XcVzUkIHLyL6G6_sFR__xJvKVE0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I drew this and had to post it in light of today’s news. #keeproevwade #roevswade #humanrights #womensrights #abortionrights #abortionishealthcare (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfMW4L9rzxELtlhz90K0PuElsWGSlyUh0J8aoQ0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I read something recently that said "be your favorite self" instead of "best self"... and I honestly needed to hear that. It has so much more room for growth and authenticity. So be your favorite self everyday, because we seriously need more authenticity in this world. (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfKMMXiv8TL4LpW6mt709Ts6oFDsgtQ5onF2LU0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Enjoyed painting this peice yesterday. #painting #plant #tree #artist #artistsoninstagram #impressionism (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ceq82yCr94G5A2vuTTABa94RFkxbxFql-57KyU0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I had fun finishing the marbling class @taptapkaboom and created this piece. #skillshare #skillshareclass #marbling #digitalart #art #mncart (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CePgjUEJix4kL9lzp2T5xh6UXfLny61ehptG2Y0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Enjoyed the spring weather and captured this beautiful tree today #photooftheday #photographer #photography #naturephotography #naturelover (at West Valley City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcwVhEipI1Eqe8r6jMO9V57yL1G0Krwz2Lo2JA0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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I love finding and photographing things I find beautiful. This planet we live on has so much to over, and looking for the beauty in it every day makes life better. #photooftheday #photography #naturephotography (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcbWmRYv30947C0BfZR3h6nONlm96gH_WF7kw00/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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My art piece for the class I’m taking on Procreate marbling in #skillshare #digitalart #art #blackandwhite (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcDywByvRXVvuz9tThyLCiPhiN3-Ggmm3nnU_c0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Just some digital flower art I’ve done recently #digitalart #fineart #flowers #natureart (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbyIQySPeO6RTfdp-2WO4Bay4byO-m_beWatpk0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Morning frost, Utah #photooftheday #photograph #photography #photoblog #winter #naturephotography #naturelover (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZIhW12Lk0ZqVsTStz6_IqDZClsRUbyvsaIAaY0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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My word of the year and intention for 2021 was centered. This year I cultivated my spiritual practice, learned new things, and chose myself. I didn't realize that centered was all about choosing me. I ended relationships, stopped reaching out to people that drained me, and learned to really take care of me. I went through many doctors appointments, finally having the space and funds to see specialists for my chronic illnesses. All the while healing myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Being centered allowed me to take care of me. As a recovering perfectionist and people pleaser choosing me was terrifying. I used to believe it would be selfish, but that programming only ever hurt me. Realizing I can choose myself and stop feeding relationships that were abusive and toxic was really hard. We are trained to be what everyone needs and we aren't taught to take the time to ask what we need, what we want, what is possible for us. This year I was able to do just that. I have been wanting a life I don't need a vacation from. The medical issues, healing, and the end of a few key relationships were not easy. I was surviving, healing, hurting, but also finding joy in myself. I supported me for the first time in my life by supporting my body, my anxiety, my very soul. That support came from a love I didn't think was possible because I had never allowed myself to give it. 2021 was not an easy year, but I hope you also found times of peace and joy. I know 2022 will have is own challenges but I hope with my word/phrase of the year I really embrace it. My focus for 2022 is "let it be easy." After this last year I found that at times I make things harder than they have to be. The martyr complex is every present in our western culture, from hustle culture, to parenting, to diet culture, and beyond. We are always trying to control something and often sacrifice our own wants and needs for what other people think. So this year I intend to let life be easy in all areas. I will be reading the book Let It Be Easy by Susie Moore and embracing ease in 2022. As the great Tay said #imfeeling2022 #wordoftheyear #letitbeeasy (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYIO4VILrDNntFt-Pos1czIsfd8NCBAb3wxf5A0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Happy winter solstice! #myart #digitalart #butterfly #yule #wintersolstice (at Salt Lake City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXwuqw9LsYSf8cdXB-QytOEFo46Kk1Xm-GVUXI0/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Frosted autumn leaves 🍂 #photooftheday #photography #photoblog #photograph #photo #autumnvibes #autumn #frost (at West Valley City, Utah) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWlu3NcL48C0Kd18gNbMkOnIGOkZMrpY8WG9V40/?utm_medium=tumblr

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The last of the autumn leaves.