Saturday, March 31, 2018
Friday, March 30, 2018
Thursday, March 29, 2018
Remember
Fear is a trap meant to keep us from living in the present; worry and doubt can easily be replaced with action and faith.
Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Take Action
Every small step toward your goal matters;
You motivate change regardless of how insignificant you think your contribution is.
Positive action spreads like a rumor on Facebook; it’s more powerful, too.
You motivate change regardless of how insignificant you think your contribution is.
Positive action spreads like a rumor on Facebook; it’s more powerful, too.
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Life Is A Gamble
Avoiding your destiny is not noble or safe;
Ignoring your instinct will never serve you;
Denying your calling leads only to regret;
Never let the odds prevent you from pursuing something you know in the depth of your soul you were meant to pursue.
Ignoring your instinct will never serve you;
Denying your calling leads only to regret;
Never let the odds prevent you from pursuing something you know in the depth of your soul you were meant to pursue.
Monday, March 26, 2018
Sunday, March 25, 2018
Saturday, March 24, 2018
It's Not Magic...
If we can visualize our dreams and clearly define our aim into a goal;
We can work toward making it a reality.
It’s not magic; it’s hard work.
A nonstop effort to continually refine our approach until one day we arrive at the target.
We can work toward making it a reality.
It’s not magic; it’s hard work.
A nonstop effort to continually refine our approach until one day we arrive at the target.
Friday, March 23, 2018
I Want To; But, No.
When the track wheel spins on my computer, I want to throw it across the room; but, no.
When I’m cut off in traffic by someone who’s texting whilst driving, I want to ram my car into theirs; but, no.
When I feel overwhelmed with the amount of work I have to do, I want to quit life; but, no.
I practice yoga and meditation so that I can take a beat and breathe.
I want to find my Zen; no buts.
When I’m cut off in traffic by someone who’s texting whilst driving, I want to ram my car into theirs; but, no.
When I feel overwhelmed with the amount of work I have to do, I want to quit life; but, no.
I practice yoga and meditation so that I can take a beat and breathe.
I want to find my Zen; no buts.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
The Beginning
Unknown; we all begin the same way.
Seeking advancement without investment; you will never flourish.
Meticulously observing the details and cultivating awareness for your craft will always serve you.
We cannot be perfect over night; by morning we discover no one will ever be.
This moment is all there is and will serve to prepare us for the the next.
Be here: the start of something.
Seeking advancement without investment; you will never flourish.
Meticulously observing the details and cultivating awareness for your craft will always serve you.
We cannot be perfect over night; by morning we discover no one will ever be.
This moment is all there is and will serve to prepare us for the the next.
Be here: the start of something.
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
Traveled
Feeling blessed to know so many talented and supportive people;
Creating opportunities to engage audiences and future artists alike;
A global cooperative of art, culture, social awareness, education, and history: humanities.
Joyfully traveled.
Creating opportunities to engage audiences and future artists alike;
A global cooperative of art, culture, social awareness, education, and history: humanities.
Joyfully traveled.
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
The Theater
West End;
Broadway,
Los Angeles;
And everywhere in-between;
Likeminded artists gathering together to inspire creativity; evoke change; remind us of our past; and challenge our thoughts.
Broadway,
Los Angeles;
And everywhere in-between;
Likeminded artists gathering together to inspire creativity; evoke change; remind us of our past; and challenge our thoughts.
Monday, March 19, 2018
Inspired
My time in the U.K. is coming to an end;
I’m both motivated and inspired by the passion, integrity, talent, and technique that my colleagues have.
They’ve created an environment that is artistic, academic, and professional.
I look forward to the next time; in the meantime I feel excited to return my students in the U.S. and raise the bar!
I’m both motivated and inspired by the passion, integrity, talent, and technique that my colleagues have.
They’ve created an environment that is artistic, academic, and professional.
I look forward to the next time; in the meantime I feel excited to return my students in the U.S. and raise the bar!
Sunday, March 18, 2018
Friendship
Old or new, they make you smile;
Supportive, inspirational, and honest;
They know when to tell you what you need to hear and when to give you a hug!
Supportive, inspirational, and honest;
They know when to tell you what you need to hear and when to give you a hug!
Saturday, March 17, 2018
Character
The entertainment industry depends on a layered character; carefully motivating the plot and engaging the audience.
Last night I was reminded that a person’s character determines your success in the industry; if you’re an outgoing, positive, collaborative person you’ll work—if you’re an asshole, you won’t.
So, develop a strong character, free of ego, loaded with personality!
Last night I was reminded that a person’s character determines your success in the industry; if you’re an outgoing, positive, collaborative person you’ll work—if you’re an asshole, you won’t.
So, develop a strong character, free of ego, loaded with personality!
Friday, March 16, 2018
Outlook Is Everything
On the right side of the train it is bright, the sun is shining and the skies are blue;
On the left side of the train it is grey and raining;
This trip toward London is a perfect reminder that your outlook is everything. If you don’t like the view, change directions.
On the left side of the train it is grey and raining;
This trip toward London is a perfect reminder that your outlook is everything. If you don’t like the view, change directions.
Thursday, March 15, 2018
Grateful
Waking up to a European breakfast before a day of creativity in the studio;
Spending time in a foreign country exploring the culture;
Enjoying a holiday while earning a living:
I’m living my dream.
Spending time in a foreign country exploring the culture;
Enjoying a holiday while earning a living:
I’m living my dream.
Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Moving Through Fear
Once you identify the fear;
Let go.
Once you let go;
Trust that you will know what to do next.
Every experience brings a layer of uncertainty; in those moments we discover who we really are and what we’re truly capable of.
Let go.
Once you let go;
Trust that you will know what to do next.
Every experience brings a layer of uncertainty; in those moments we discover who we really are and what we’re truly capable of.
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
From Chaos
The moment appears in the midst of chaos;
Sieze the opportunity with confidence:
Trust that you will know when and how to move forward; the only direction heading toward your dreams.
Sieze the opportunity with confidence:
Trust that you will know when and how to move forward; the only direction heading toward your dreams.
Monday, March 12, 2018
Triumph
Overcoming obstacles to reach you goal;
Finding gratitude for the present;
Accepting what is whilst seeking what will be.
Finding gratitude for the present;
Accepting what is whilst seeking what will be.
Sunday, March 11, 2018
Saturday, March 10, 2018
I'm Positive About This...
The amount of energy it requires to be positive is equal to the investment we make living in doubt;
Both are choices that we decide. There will always be people who use circumstance as an excuse.
True victims work through their pain; others use their past as a crutch moving through life.
We’ve all experienced setbacks, traumas, and darkness––relative to us as individuals––and it’s in those moments where we define who we will be because of them.
If both positive and negative energy require effort, why not work to seek an optimistic outlook?
Both are choices that we decide. There will always be people who use circumstance as an excuse.
True victims work through their pain; others use their past as a crutch moving through life.
We’ve all experienced setbacks, traumas, and darkness––relative to us as individuals––and it’s in those moments where we define who we will be because of them.
If both positive and negative energy require effort, why not work to seek an optimistic outlook?
Friday, March 9, 2018
Reach For The Goal
But don’t forget that it’s not about accomplishing the goal as much as it is about refining your aim and learning along the way.
Thursday, March 8, 2018
We're All In This Together
The driver who cuts me off;
The dance mom who screams because her daughter lost;
The barista who doesn’t smile back;
The gate agent who could put me in an aisle seat, but decided to leave me stuck in the middle;
The yoga teacher who chants peace, but shares such a negative vibe;
When I remember that we’re all connected by humanity—I release the rage and return to loving my fellow brothers and sisters.
The dance mom who screams because her daughter lost;
The barista who doesn’t smile back;
The gate agent who could put me in an aisle seat, but decided to leave me stuck in the middle;
The yoga teacher who chants peace, but shares such a negative vibe;
When I remember that we’re all connected by humanity—I release the rage and return to loving my fellow brothers and sisters.
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
I’m Positive About That…
A positive person is never challenged;
They find answers where others find fear.
They find answers where others find fear.
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Timeline; Destiny
I’ve stopped pushing;
I haven’t lost my tenacity—I’ve just accepted the present: what I have is enough.
I’ve witnessed countless brilliant stars burnout—or worse—lose themselves in the “its never enough” loop.
My journey has been filled with fabulous opportunities; I used to think, “Thus is the one, the one that would propel me into the mainstream.”
What happens once I’m there? Will I stop working hard? Will I feel like I have enough? No to both, I imagine.
Making it? I am making it; I’ve never stopped making it—I don’t need fame or money to prove that.
Letting go of the stress or the desire to accomplish a dream, and living it, presently.
This is my destiny.
I haven’t lost my tenacity—I’ve just accepted the present: what I have is enough.
I’ve witnessed countless brilliant stars burnout—or worse—lose themselves in the “its never enough” loop.
My journey has been filled with fabulous opportunities; I used to think, “Thus is the one, the one that would propel me into the mainstream.”
What happens once I’m there? Will I stop working hard? Will I feel like I have enough? No to both, I imagine.
Making it? I am making it; I’ve never stopped making it—I don’t need fame or money to prove that.
Letting go of the stress or the desire to accomplish a dream, and living it, presently.
This is my destiny.
Monday, March 5, 2018
Life.
When this moment ends a new one begins;
But all we have is this moment, so let’s just be here for that.
But all we have is this moment, so let’s just be here for that.
Sunday, March 4, 2018
A Little Faith
Some people believe in God;
Some people believe in The Universe;
Some people believe in Science;
Some people believe in the Self;
Some people believe in Mankind;
Isn’t it nice that so many people have so much conviction? Now, if we could just respect one another’s faith and learn how to coexist peacefully.
Some people believe in The Universe;
Some people believe in Science;
Some people believe in the Self;
Some people believe in Mankind;
Isn’t it nice that so many people have so much conviction? Now, if we could just respect one another’s faith and learn how to coexist peacefully.
Saturday, March 3, 2018
Surrender To The Present
Last night I panicked a little bit. I briefly lost track of “me” and gave in to the unrealistic drama in my mind. I allowed my ego to launch into a full-blown interrogation––similar to what you'd expect on a procedural crime show on NBC. I heard Mariska Hargitay’s voice challenging me, “Do you really think that you can continue on this path, Matthew?”
The tone in her voice was so judgmental and serious that it coaxed my soul and heart to conspire with my mind.
Then, a subtle light appeared out of the darkness, (thankfully) I saw my reflection in the one-sided mirror in the 10 x 10 holding room and snapped myself back into the present.
“Who cares what anyone else thinks about my journey?”
Now, my Criminal Mind character took over...
Please answer these questions, Matthew:
Do you still enjoy the journey that you’re on? “Yes.”
Do you still find pleasure in the creative process? “Yes.”
Above and beyond the basic essential needs (food, housing, clothing, health), have you consistently been able to provide a loving, solid, adventurous life filled with lavish dinners, decadent cultural explorations, laughter and learning for you and your loved ones? “Yes.”
Finally, is there any place you’d rather be; or anything else you’d rather be doing with your life at this point? “No.”
Then what is the issue? “There is no issue.”
Back to the present then to continue the expedition into love, laughter, culture, friendship, family, creativity, and evolution.
The tone in her voice was so judgmental and serious that it coaxed my soul and heart to conspire with my mind.
Then, a subtle light appeared out of the darkness, (thankfully) I saw my reflection in the one-sided mirror in the 10 x 10 holding room and snapped myself back into the present.
“Who cares what anyone else thinks about my journey?”
Now, my Criminal Mind character took over...
Please answer these questions, Matthew:
Do you still enjoy the journey that you’re on? “Yes.”
Do you still find pleasure in the creative process? “Yes.”
Above and beyond the basic essential needs (food, housing, clothing, health), have you consistently been able to provide a loving, solid, adventurous life filled with lavish dinners, decadent cultural explorations, laughter and learning for you and your loved ones? “Yes.”
Finally, is there any place you’d rather be; or anything else you’d rather be doing with your life at this point? “No.”
Then what is the issue? “There is no issue.”
Back to the present then to continue the expedition into love, laughter, culture, friendship, family, creativity, and evolution.
Friday, March 2, 2018
Unknown; Possibilities
I woke up to the crying skies;
Grey outside but inside my heart and home warmth radiates;
I am sunny and ready to conquer the day!
Full of joy thinking about the endless possibilities that lie ahead undiscovered.
I continue to explore the boundaries of my dreams;
Some have manifested in unimaginable ways:
Others dance around in my soul waiting for their opportunity to leap!
The beautify of the unknown––there’s no timeline;
When the moment is right, you walk into the light.
Grey outside but inside my heart and home warmth radiates;
I am sunny and ready to conquer the day!
Full of joy thinking about the endless possibilities that lie ahead undiscovered.
I continue to explore the boundaries of my dreams;
Some have manifested in unimaginable ways:
Others dance around in my soul waiting for their opportunity to leap!
The beautify of the unknown––there’s no timeline;
When the moment is right, you walk into the light.
Thursday, March 1, 2018
Action Causes Reaction
The effect of one action can lead to remarkable victories or devastating defeat;
completely dependent upon the motivation and intention.
Set into motion the positive energy that inspires creativity, change, growth, wisdom, and watch wait for the powerful return.
The reaction will be your reward.
completely dependent upon the motivation and intention.
Set into motion the positive energy that inspires creativity, change, growth, wisdom, and watch wait for the powerful return.
The reaction will be your reward.
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