Comments on: You Aren’t Doing Anything Wrong – It’s Just Hard (To do Great Things)

By: Clark Takashima

Clark Takashima — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:03:04 +0000

Baby steps, Building strength and character, Nothing worthwhile is easy. In our society of Jet-fueled-trained-instant-gratification, I was spoiled. The world really does not owe us anything. Any rant of “why” is futile and energy wasted. History (written into an edited version) tricks us into thinking success is easy. Yet ,our lives are relative specks of time. Its a huge gap in thought! Hindsight is 20-20, Thinking forward is hard. Every day, Deb and I wake and greet the day with wonder (It used to be worry) “What cool thing will happen today? What steps do we take? What brush stroke will I make?” There is still the financial nut to crack, but through practice, you learn to peel away the BS and focus. I’m on the verge of 47 and STILL learning. Wonder-fill yourself and No Worry, Beef Curry. Thanks Maria and Drew for Sharing your Aloha!, Clark & Debs

By: Being Exceptional is a Sacrifice – Writing that Book is Hard | Creativity - Maria Brophy

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:59:03 +0000

[...] My husband leaned over and lovingly patted my hand. He reassured me that I’m going to get it done, and reminded me of this simple truth, “You aren’t doing anything wrong. It’s just hard.” [...]

By: Jeff Dolan

Jeff Dolan — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:19:45 +0000

This post made me realize one of the biggest lessons I learned last year: If I am not failing … I am failing! In other words, Jordan could say he never missed … if he never played. Getting in the game and failing is just a step toward winning.

By: Archan Mehta

Archan Mehta — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:01:43 +0000

You inspire me, Maria!

Thanks so much for your thoughtful post. Your blog is awesome to read.

“Genius is 99 percent perspiration and one percent inspiration,” wrote Thomas Edison, one of the greatest innovators of all time.

You just have to stick to a plan and go for it until you succeed. It can take time, but keep the faith. Hold a vision of winning that gold medal in your mind’s eye. Sooner or later, you will hold that gold medal in the palm of your hand. Following a daily routine/rituals can help you.

By: Maria

Maria — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:49:54 +0000

Hey Dennis, thanks for the comment. You’re right about “submerging yourself is what it takes to make it happen”. Staying on the path. If you love what you’re doing, you’ll keep doing it and it’ll happen. Just like Tim Burton – all of his failed projects didn’t keep him from continuing to produce.

PS: The construction workers were right – you should be doing art! I”m glad you listened!

By: Maria

Maria — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:47:32 +0000

Thanks, Brian. “Keep moving forward” Yes – great reminder for us all!

By: Dennis T Panzik

Dennis T Panzik — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:56:55 +0000

Right after college, a friend of mine talked me into doing construction for him. While there, I made money and worked hard. Having made my rounds, I befriended everyone. Eventually I’d show my art to them. Everyone, I mean everyone, and even the general contractors would ask me, “what are you doing, doing construction? You’re talented and you can make something of yourself.” They’d even add in comments such as, “doing construction, you’re just gonna wear your body out. You can be doing a lot easier.?…. Well, perhaps not EASY but, after I did dedicate myself to the arts ever since. It’s been a long road that’s too be sure. I get a glimmer of real successful hope here and there. Usually nothing more than hope….
However, all these things, these times have added up. The connections I’ve made. The knowledge I’ve learned. Submerging yourself is what it takes to make it. It doesn’t happen overnight, at least not for most. What I do realize is that I’ve stuck to my guns and things are getting better all the time. That is hope that I know I know is hopeful.

~Dennis

By: Brian ILL

Brian ILL — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:12:35 +0000

This is a great and motivating post. Everything said here is true. It IS hard to do great things. You just have to be fearless and keep things moving forward. Keep advancing. And don’t take “No” for an answer.

Well, said Maria!

Brian