**sorry it was a bit late! xxxx Love to you all! xxxxx*

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

@@user-mb1yd9vl2r oh gosh, they are aren't they?? xx

@juliafieger949

3 жыл бұрын

It's never late...it's always just right:-)

@susannewoolley8510

3 жыл бұрын

No need for apologies: good things always come at just the right moment ... and so did this! 🌻

@oliveappleby1980

3 жыл бұрын

You weren’t......don’t be so tough on yourself, as you say “showing up is a start”🥰💋❤️

Dear one, being invited to witness your journey and accompany you is a huge gift to us. Your brave hearted vulnerability allows us to see how really beautiful someone is when they're being authentic. And sharing you journey is hugely comforting to the rest of us, trying to find our ways too. We're in unmapped territory these days, and the comfort we can offer, and find with each other is priceless. You're truly a gift to us, and we cherish you for it.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

unmapped territory, yes, the perfect description... I also find these comments and community a gift Linda, it is truly a circle, believe me... xxxxx Big love xxx

My husband is in the hospital tonight, and they don’t allow visitors past 9 pm. I’m home now trying to go to sleep. I’m going to breathe in love, and breathe out fear. Tomorrow when they open to visitors again, I’m going to bring my sketchbook along, it calms me.

@RebeccaAnnSinkula

3 жыл бұрын

Sending hugs and good vibes to you and your hubbs.

@carynhunt5427

3 жыл бұрын

Sending positive thoughts and lots of love to you and your husband x

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Soft hugs and healing for your husband. Breathe breathe and happy sketching xxx

@jwhlr2055

3 жыл бұрын

Sending me to sit beside you so you have someone to listen to you Sending love hope

@gingerbryant2347

3 жыл бұрын

Sending healing energy to your hubs and comfort to you.

Dearest Wendy! We are all feverishly waiting for your videos - don't be harsh on yourself because we all love what you do and how you talk about it and take us with you on exploring nature and the world around you! Exhaustion or a burnout can actually keep you from sleeping and after a while you are too tired to sleep which leads to more exhaustion and anxiety etc. Don't try to go through it by force. You will do enough. Give yourself permission for the time you need and try to sleep long and well enough. I am sure Inspiration will come straight back to your beautiful mind as soon as you feel more rested! Why not take a week off and take long walks every day or do Yoga or take photographs on your walks or just don't... Just to see or do something different. This might help you more than all the single days with the bad feelings of needing to be productive on the very next day. Sorry if I sound like a hundred years old and full of myself 🙄😳😱. I'm about your age and I just had to take three weeks off because I couldn't face it anymore after trying to will myself through the exhaustion for many months. The third week really made the difference for me. Maybe one week will be enough for you. I know there might also be some financial anxiety but it will not help you in the long run if you can't get rid of this. I for now am really enjoying work again - for the first since Christmas and: I have enough energy to do the fun creative stuff in the evening But I don't know you though I'm sure you'll figure it out. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you and send warm soft hugs from Germany!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes ! time off is wonderful and I am making a plan for some soon xxxx Thank you for this xx loads of love xxxx

Your story telling skills should sustain you during your art block times. You tell them so well. :-)

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I can talk and tell stories for sure! xx

So love that breath in love and breath out fear. Dashed out of the bath to tell my teenage daughter who is suffering badly with her mental health. Think that will be going on a note in her lunch box as a reminder xx

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Awww, soft hugs to you both xxxx keep breathing xxx

I'm a writer and "the committee" between my ears is meeting but for some reason they will not talk to me. So I have decided to let them be for a while and go read a book as this has worked for me in the past.

@TheresaAlberti

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, I can relate! Good idea...

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

love this yes!

@grizeldaxxx4568

3 жыл бұрын

"The Committee between my Ears" wow love that!!! made me chuckle and nod . May I use that ?

I do like the gold addition, really lifts the paintings and compliments the subject.

I love your “The Unexpected Studio” sign!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

James is a designer!!! he's a whizz!!

You are not alone when it comes to anxiety. I have suffered with it for years. It affected my nursing career dramatically for several years. So I know a lot about the disease. You have to fight for what you want your life to be like. I am now 71 years of age and quite relax as I am now retired and doing my art work which has always been important to me. I am not famous and probably never will be but I am doing what I like best of all and that is art. Love your videos.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful Sandra much loves 🌷🌷🌷

I have to say I am still really loving that watercolor study you did of the flower. The shape of the petals makes the composition dynamic and watercolors seem to suit this flower’s “airyness”. I also think the delicacy of the stem allows the flower bloom to feel more lush. It’s so nice 🌻

"Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration, the rest of us just get up and go to work." - Stephen King.

@MartiasMuses

3 жыл бұрын

I needed to hear that... Thank you for kicking my lazy butt :D

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

oh gosh, yes, love that one!! TY!!! xx

@cheryltallafuss1166

3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant and wow so very true. Tyfs. Hugs "friends of Wendys" 💞

I so appreciate you showing the struggles, Wendy, and the hard days. You are a good example in being kind to yourself and practicing self-care. I'm a writer who also dabbles in artjournaling (more for fun and for self-therapy), and I'm struggling a lot right now with self-doubts and the demons of depression. It's been a hard year, as it has for so many of us. I appreciate seeing how you manage things, the good days and bad, and I'm really taking in the message to keep one trying and working towards the creativity, even when it isn't going the way you want. Thanks!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it is helping Theresa, I hear you re the bumpy year... you are definitely not alone xxx soft hugs x

Wendy So good to see you working! You gave us the best present through this process - you demonstrated the importance of persevering. You’re brilliant and a good mentor. Thanks - love back.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Sharon, TY so much xxxx lots of love x

When I have trouble sleeping, which is often, I listen to a sleep meditation on the insight app or just sleep music to cancel out the chatter in my brain. Warm almond milk with a little honey and vanilla is nice. Almost everyone woman I know over the age of 50 has trouble sleeping 😕

@jostrong9364

3 жыл бұрын

This is so true.

@susanorban3059

3 жыл бұрын

I long for a whole night of good sleep! I'm 64 and feel chronically tired all the time😞🙄❤

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Lovely ideas thank you and yes, so true x

@grizeldaxxx4568

3 жыл бұрын

@@theunexpectedgypsy watched a short episode on how to sleep well yesterday ..lay down..breathe in for 4, hold for 4 out for 6 (helps release stress) for several rounds...then imagine Sunshine slowly going up from toes to head ... then count down (again slowly) from 1000 to 0 .I was watching it with my Darling and he fell asleep on the couch before he even got to the half way up his body with the Sunshine hahaha (mind You he does work over 60 hours a week in the film industry ) ..it worked well for me last night ,of course I did not know how far I got with the counting . I am nearly 60 so tend to wake up with Power surges or dreaming of looking for a toilet ... so after going back to bed I had been counting down from 500 by 3's for awhile now xx

I have been blocked and overwhelmed. I have days that I feel I cant even walk into my studio. Sometimes I will just sit there like a lump on a log. I then decided to comfy up my studio. I have painted and placed new carpet. It helped. Thank you for your videos and warm hugs !!!!🙏💞

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Oh well done for cosying your studio, I hope your blocks lift soon, you are definitely not alone!! xxxx hugs back xx

Hi, Wendy! For my creative practice, I have to fill the cup, by either watching other art inspiration/technique videos or journal ideas, and also, by going on an outing. Going on a drive, or when able to, getting into quietness and nature. I’m especially drawn to water and a day or a few hours spent near a babbling brook or the seashore restores my soul like nothing else. At other times, just being quiet and getting to bed early, turning on my “wave” machine, is the kindest thing I can do for myself. I too have some loved ones that require extra support and that can cause extra worry. This just paralyzes me. So I do what I can to show them I care, but I also set limits on how much brain space I allow my angst to take up. I give their dilemmas and needs to a higher power and build hope that their situation will improve and not all the help has to come from me. Much love to you and yours! ~Lisa from Texas

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Lisa, yes, thanks for this, I hope your loved ones are ok too. xxx Lots of love xx

Practice Gratitude- for even the tiniest things. That should take you out of your funk, out of any funk, block or woe is me. You have been blessed more than you know.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Oh I do Cat, everyday! xxx I know I am blessed truly, xxx

@curlynoodle2929

3 жыл бұрын

Well said, Cat x x

Thank you for being so human and showing us the ups and downs of the creative process. The “pushing through” talk really helped...not giving up or being too hard on ourselves is the key. I love your gentleness with yourself!

As an artist and a poet I look for the poetry in things this helps me good luck to everyone from New Zealand

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Anne, x poetry is a very special form of art. xxxx hugs to you all the way in New Zealand x

Lack of sleep always affects my crafters block. It has been something that has taken me a long time to recognize and work through. Than for your discussion of your artist block., it let's me know I'm not alone. Stay safe.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

you are def not alone!

Thank you for helping me feel less pathethic and irritated with myself on those days where I just can't get my poop together. I very much enjoy your videos!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Lucy, you are not alone for sure!!!

Thanks very much for your positive and uplifting videos! Xx I also struggled for long time with my art, especially because I got very discouraged in school through my art teachers. But right now I am learning to except my art as it is. There is no bad art... it is just a matter of perspective

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!!! You totes got this! xx

When you get a stuck acrylic paint lid give the lid a short sharp thump with a wooden kitchen mallet.Before you start work choose two of your oracle cards and place them somewhere that you can keep being reminded about the messages from your Angel's throughout the day,you are about to receive inspiration from a new guide with whom you can work with shortly,this guide will take you out of any comfort zones that may be hindering you.Continue adding honest entries of the moment to your journal because this time next year you will see such a difference in your life as you slowly but surely release the past and its turmoil.Finally just continue to be you but making a few subtle adjustments along the way,release any non serving energies that are long since redundant.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

ooh TY x

Hi! This is the first of your videos I'm watchin and I want to thank You for sharing both your ups and downs ❤️ I've sufferd from all of the conditions You mentioned. One of my favorit techniqes for braking an artist or writers block is to write morning pages the way Julia Cameron suggests. Three pages continous writing every morning for at least 90 days. And to plan and do "artist dates" with my self once a week, doing things that make me happy. I gave up caffein three years ago while recovering from fatigue/burnout for the second time. It made all the different in the world by redusing almost all of my often physical anxiety symotoms related to when the cortisol levels changed after a stressfull period. I wish You all the best in your recovery and I will absolutly watch more of your videos! ❤️✨

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear that giving up coffee helped you xx Well done! x

Thank You for showing up, I was holding Space for You!!! Many, Many Hugs XX

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, xxxxxx many hugs back to you xx

I love the way the sun shines in the Unexpected Studio in the morning.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Kat!!! Yes it's beautiful isn't it!! So lucky!!! xxx Big loves to you x

Coffee gave me anxiety so I swapped it to decaf which has helped enormously it’s really worth a try, I also suffer from anxiety through the night sometimes but I have found that if I say a prayer quietly to god asking him to take my anxiety away and for me to have peace it works every time, sometimes I have to repeat the prayer a few times but my anxiety always subsides and I drift off to sleep peacefully and sleep well until morning, lots of love to you 💕💖

I went through an artist's block recently after painting for over 30 years. My husband made a powerful statement..." Look at your portfolio. "❤️

@healinginteriors

3 жыл бұрын

Molly in Maine that is a great one liner of advice from your hubby! I’ve been doing this recently when I’ve felt stuck. It started with looking for old collages on paper I could cut up or keep going with but it really gave me some much needed perspective on my work.🙏🏽💗🌿

I'm loving your pretty flower paintings!! And your honesty in your feelings helps all of us. I hope you feel 100% soon. Keep showing up to art because we all love what you do and love you chatting with us! Your video shots are a balm to this desert dweller! Much love and hugs from Arizona.🌿🌷🌿❤❤❤

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So honoured to be part of you balm!! Hugs and love to you Susan all the way in Arizona xxx

I completely understand creative block and burnout, they definitely go hand in hand. If I’m overworked I find it impossible to come up with new unique & exciting ideas. I step away from my work completely to clear my head or go for a swim. I absolutely love your work and watching your videos🤍

Dearest Wendy, I have been war tching this video several times and I so admire your being able to show your vulnerable side: just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate it and that I so look forward to the sparks of light you are sending off every week! So, let's make more art, enjoy the Jameses in our lives and then sit back and RELAX.....no pressure 😂

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yay, relax too dear Susanne, xxx much loves to you xx

It’s so relaxing watching you paint. As much as I enjoy listening to you as well, and your journey. A just painting video watching your process would be awesome! Sooooo relaxing watching your process. Thank you for all you do, sharing your life and story. 🥰🙏☀️ xx

Thank You Beautiful Soul💖I read heaps of the other comments and I agree with them all. We are all doing the best we can ! Your encouragement for Self Patience and Care reach me deeply. Love love love your everything !!💖💝💖

I have been thinking of you all weekend. I was fortunate to have had 2 whole days to myself in the bedudio and feverishly went at it, in effect spending the whole time warming up! Last weekend I tried, but couldn’t get past picking up a pencil. For me I’ve realised that the peri-menopause is having a huge affect on my ability to focus and find enough clarity of thought to engage in a project. I’m ok with that as I am learning so much from all of my art journaling. Sometimes my bouts of low mood and energy render me utterly incapable of being creative and I end battling the ‘chimp’ and resenting my body. When I eventually emerge, I try to practise gratitude for the all the other amazing stuff it does. But the reality is time is precious especially when you are a hobby artist. I guess what I am saying is... when you hit your stride you will be able to look back and see the value in what you are achieving now. When we are in the maze, it is hard to see where the hell it is leading us. Hoping this week you have lightness and good energy 😊

The universal energy has been changing rapidly this year and many of us are feeling exactly as you are, defeated at times, tired, anxious, uncertain or feeling as if we are not getting enough done. I try to take the cues I am given, if I get energy things get done, if not, then that is OK too. The days of quiet or just sitting and reading do as much for me as the days when I accomplish household or work tasks. Each day is a lesson.

I rarely sleep past 04.30 sometimes I manage to drift off and sleep until 05.00 but this time of year as soon as it’s light I’m wide awake. I’m 60 now and have got used to this lack of sleep. I get up and shower,have a cup of turmeric tea and sit in my art room. Sometimes I paint or doodle sometimes I’ll follow an online art class. I find drawing mandalas as a space to create is a good way for me to feel free to paint. This was taught to me by Galia Alena 🙏🏻🎨🖌currently my daughter and granddaughter are living with me so my usual routine is on hold 😄life is full of bumps all a new experience. Cherish the good moments and also the not so good,they teach us to dig deep within. Your videos have helped me with my art block and just watching you paint stirs creativity. Coffee if you want it or not is your choice ☕️hugs sweet lady 💛🤗

@feralfreebirds

3 жыл бұрын

im hoping im almost thru menopause now..and what you wrote made me wonder...ponder....as past few yrs awfull sleep patterns, learnt more about herbal remedys but his year i seem to have less sleep and usually awake by 5, but not exausted /drained thru the day like i used to be...so im wondering if ive adjusted ... :)

@greyfeather7857

3 жыл бұрын

@@feralfreebirds waking early and not seeming to need as much sleep is something a lot of my friends of similar age have in common. Maybe it is related to menopause,it’s definitely something I’ve adjusted to now so I don’t stress about it,I use the time to myself and enjoy it 🤗💛

@feralfreebirds

3 жыл бұрын

@@greyfeather7857 hope so, im def feeling alot better and def in tune with just b4 dawn breaks and then want to be in bed by dark.... good rhythm for me for sure :)

When you leaned right back in your chair you matched the painting on your wall. That was so lovely to see the connected you in life and in your painting. I like the brighter pink in the peony. I love the full, over the top peony blossoms so petally that they can hardly keep their heads up. I do the breathing you describe too because I have suffered from PTSD and sometimes still get a bit anxious. When I wake in the night I do 478 breathing, in through the nose to the count of 4. Hold for 7 the out through the mouth with a sigh to the count of 8. Do this 3 times. It slow the heart rate and sleep usually follows. If not I get up for awhile and doodle , have a cup of hot chocolate and sometimes I meditate. Einstein didn't sleep longer than 2 hours at a time. He said "you cannot solve the problem at the level of the problem" . This is such an important statement because the more we try to deal with the problem the more energy we put into it. Energy goes toward what holds our attention. Transcendence will take us out of the field of the problem. I hope you begin to bloom with the Summer Wendy. I send you my love and care and think of you often. Arohanui ehoa.xxx

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Hi Jan, yes I do that breathing technique too! So good for stress and heart rate. x Love the Einstein quote too, thank you dear one. x Much loves xx

Thank you for another honest human video. You are so inspiring to me as I have I’m sure mentioned before. I’m sorry you are feeling a bit out of sorts, however you are not alone, especially with the sleeping problems. I am hearing this from many people and I’m suffering myself too !. Also artists block is another one. I don’t know what’s going on 🤷‍♀️. I mostly try to eat healthy, however I won’t give up my one maybe two coffees a day ☕️ lol. Love you loads and big soft hugs back to you pretty lady. Stay safe Lea x

So exhausted too! I think Jaded is the best way to describe how I feel. I find I need lots of colour around, especially red, at the moment. I hope your energy return soon, Wendy. lots of love and light to you xx

@grizeldaxxx4568

3 жыл бұрын

yes , maye We are all Solu Tired at the moment after our wild ride of 2020 + x

Thank you for all the goodness you spread in our world🐝🌟💕❤️

It's nice that you show the reality of been an artist..how sleep is so important...

You are phenomenally creative. It's important to pause and fill the well as Julia Cameron says. The flower paintings are beautiful. Exploration is hard. Tiring. You are doing great!!

I love your videos and beautiful paintings! I have also had trouble sleeping lately and struggled with art block for a long time. You and your video's inspired me to start painting again. Thank you! I have also found inspiration from taking the time to enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful flowers here in Tennessee.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Happy creating Sandra, so glad you are painting again, xxx Loads of love to you in Tennessee! xx

Thank you so much for adding the closed captions!! I hope you get some more rest this week.

*You remind me of a little fairy waiting to fly* 🧚🏼‍♀️ 🌿🏞✨

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

haha! yes, definite fairy connections!! haha!

@Wildflowerafternoons

3 жыл бұрын

@contessaB contessa there it is Wendy! Those aren’t the queens favorite chips! Dream.

@Wildflowerafternoons

3 жыл бұрын

@contessaB contessa it was a dream I had

Love your sincerity. Your art pieces are beautiful. Creative endeavors have been my lifeline back to myself. I now protect part of my day”s schedule to leave time to create.

So glad to have found your channel. You're so right, it is really hard to be an artist, especially when you get anxious or fearful or, even worse, when the self-saboteur rears its ugly head. I'm really struggling at the moment too, many times I cannot even pick up a pencil or brush for fear of making bad art. So just wanted to say you're not alone and keep going, push on through! Sending lots of positive vibes and good energy x

Hello I have only seen a few of your videos I love your videos I've seen. When I'm feeling weighed down. I love the song by David Archuletta Glorious! It's so inspiring for me!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for telling me this Dana, heart warmed now! xxx

@love-light369

3 жыл бұрын

@Dana Kelly, thank you for recommending this song! It's so beautiful! Added it to my Spotify playlist & will enjoy every day 💛💫💛

Thank you for embracing your flawsomeness and sharing it with us ☮️💜

@grizeldaxxx4568

3 жыл бұрын

Love FLAWSOME!!! First time I heard that was watching Robert Ohotto xx

Each time I watch you, I am inspired. I have not yet tried acrylics yet. My medium is watercolor. But, painting is a fine release for the tension in the world. Thanks Wendy💖💖💖🙏🏻

This video is so helpful. I hope in watching you I will start creating again. It’s a need I have and I know it will help me find joy in life. I’m just very stuck. Thank you for sharing. I know your gifts to the world are a gift for me. Thank you! Hugs and wishing you the best! 💕🧚‍♀️🌸

You show me a whole new way of being in the world. 🌸 Thank you.

Wendy, I don't know if sharing your ups and downs helps you, but it absolutely helps me. I don't feel so alone in this roller coaster world, so thank you for that. I am in love with your 2 favorites too, and am so glad you toned the greens down. I do think it helped. The brighter greens wanted to compete with the flower, I think, and they should simply compliment it, as they now do. Brilliantly done! If you can't sleep, at least rest. I am adopting your mantra!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Marti, xxxx your comment just made my day! Thank you x You are so right about those greens! Too much!! And yes, sleeping or resting both are valid xxx Breathe breathe.... xxx we are all far too fearful for far too long... time for rest, peace and breathing!! xxx Softest hugs Marti x

Life at its finest...with up and down...is never a smooth journey. Keep up great healthy items in your daily life. I gave up coffee during Covid as well. It has been a wonderful decision. It's been six months and I feel less anxious and more productive. May your fairies fill your dreams and give you Peace of Mind. x's from New Mexico

I've decided to take a break from coffee recently as well for the same reasons you talked about also feeling better, but also miss that little boost in the morning. When you don't sleep well is when you really notice not having the coffee. A little progress is better than none, I will have to remember that.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

I have had a little Matcha and that gives a little caffeine boost but smoothly so no jitters, it has helped me a bit. x think I am going to try caffeine free dandy blend too! x

I would like to buy a Calender of your postcards, if you ever decide to do them. Exhaustion and headache seems to be my thing this week. Energies are quite strong, I feel.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe one day! And yes, the energies are crazy right now! xxx

@danutashayler34

3 жыл бұрын

Andrea, what a great idea about the Calendar.

I've given up coffee too! Struggled at first, but feel much better for it. I'm also self employed, when I don't have a lot of energy, I do something less creative that still needs doing, until I'm rested and back to it again. Rest assured every artist needs breaks 😊

Life has been so hard this past year plus for us all!!! You are doing beautifully! Some days I can hardly get out of my home!!! Your flowers are so beautiful just like you!!! Thank you so much for sharing your life with us!!! Sending lots of love!!❤❤❤❤

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Me to Pamela, it’s a struggle to leave my safe nest! Soft hugs to you 🌷🌷

Really enjoyed the growth in the style of video delivery and the editing. The flow more like a daily story, and the voice over while you're also painting. Great changes :)

You got a lot done and you made me examine myself when it comes to pushing through projects even when I am not feeling it.

Just give your art a hug. I got over block by giving up and saying, every day this art wants its life. Every day but 1since mid Sept 2020 I have made something. Most days I have workd on multiple paintings. Can always paint over or chop up paper for other things, but I have found the release much better than the fear of bad art that was making the stifling blockage in the first place. Fear no Art. I really try to not care what I make, just make something. ust make something, it will be fine, there's no judge.

I've always loved stylised flowers, especially Jacobean flower patterns, so I am enjoying your peonies! I think you would be great at designing wallpaper or fabric.

I seem to be exhausted all the time.......unfortunately I am under stress and have been for a while (trying to fine somewhere to live in another part of the country, for many months has taken its toll). That knowledge sits in my brain 24/7. I have so many ideas with what I want to create, when I get the time, I’m in a fog. Small steps I suppose but it’s tough. Thank you for your blogs....they save my soul from collapse.🥰🥰🥰🥰✒️🎨💋❤️. Positive love Olive

Even with your burnout and lack of sleep and the many things that you need to do you still manage to put out this video for us which I appreciate so much. Last week I was feeling run down, tired and my legs ached and throbbed so much it felt like I was dragging them when I walked. It wasn't until the third day of feeling like that I realised that going onto decaf. (only for 3-4 days} was the culprit. I only ever had 2, sometimes 3 cups of non-decaf. coffee in a morning. As soon as I realised why I felt like this I made one of my usual cups of coffee and my symptoms started to abate as I sat there drinking it. Couldn't believe it made a difference so quickly. Suppose I would have come out the other side eventually! Lots of hugs Wendy. Hope you feel better soon. See you next week

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So interesting to hear this Susan, and yes, caffeine has a strong effect. One lady commented here that she uses 1/2 caffeine and 1/2 decaff and cut back slowly! Cold turkey not fro everyone!! Headaches from hell!!! xxxx See you next week xx

My favorite KZread channel atm-thank you. You inspire, remind, show me that being my authentic self is all I need to be.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, honoured thank you x

Yes, I am having a coffee. I have been thinking about having a coffee fast recently, but it is a scary thought - which is probably a sign that I need to do it! Wishing you all the best and sending positive energy your way. Things have certainly been feeling bumpy for many of us recently. Blessings to you and James.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

According to one comment here, go half and half not cold turkey!!! Good luck!! xx much love

Thank YOU Wendy for allowing me into your life.. I understand your ups and downs in life. We all go thru those days. Hang in there it will pass. I find if I listen to happy music and think of positive situations like looking at a beautiful flower ..it makes me feel better. I love your paintings. They make me smile. Love always, Antoinette

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So true, this too shall pass... soft hugs dear one x

Oh and if being unwell is not enough, lack of sleep and the inability to fall asleep is quite anxious. Making things worse. So, tea - raspberry camomile blend (loose leaf) is going to be on my menu this week. Oh I'm so excited Wendy. My son gave me a sweet music box he hand carved. He gave me a sizeable gift card to purchase my watercolor needs and a want as well. Wish me joy 💞

Hey Wendy! Thanks so much for sharing about how you deal with burnout. I've struggled with it myself, on multiple occasions. Bright blessings.

Great to see your new video, I subscribed a couple of weeks ago, it’s great to find a creative kindred spirit, and you live in Glastonbury where my heart belongs. Keep shining your light bright, warmest hugs from Pembrokeshire x

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you Joanne, I love Pembrokeshire!!! xxxxxx

Enjoyed your video while having lunch outside in my garden. Such a beautiful time of year here. Spending time in my garden helps me get creative again with my art...so spend time outside this weekend with James! Enjoy! 💞

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Oh how wondeful, I am a little jealous as we don't have a garden at the moment... x enjoy indeed!! xxxx and thank you for being here xxx much loves x

Glad I found your account, it might help me get back in my workspace again and make my ceramic art. Since a year I haven’t been able to work with clay.... corona got me.... still very tired but I hope I will get back. 🙏🏽

Love the dark squares with the gold background - fascinating to see you make the changes. You did smash IT .

Periodically I bump into a block and over the years I've learned not to fuss and worry about it. I leave it alone and go off and do something unrelated. Eventually you get that twitchy feeling that things will soon start to percolate again.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

`yes, a wonderful solution!! x TY Theresa, xxx

Beautiful video. Very inspiring for those days that feel can I really do art.

I don’t often wake early but this morning I did … and decided might be a good time to look at your newest video and then ended up on your etsy site … thank you for your videos :) Looking forward to receiving your beautiful stickers. Stay creative.

I often have aches, pains, and some emotional stuff that makes sleep elusive....enter the miracle of magnesium glycinate.....oh MAN! its does the opposite of calcium in your muscle fibers, (calcium con tracts them, magnesium relaxes them, we are generally short of magnesium...). It works a charm. Once my muscle fibers start to lengthen and soften, my brain follows suit. Once I'm asleep, its a long deep restful one. I always know when I've neglected to take it...helps with my post partum depressipn as well. Not a cure all, but Lord, what a great help. Love your videos! Going w out coffee is. ROUGH. Hope you feel better!

Thank you for the video, I have been struggling with my creativity lately as well and your authentic sharing of your journey is so inspiring :)

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

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Thank you for sharing your journey again, Wendy ❤ I'm sure many of the people who follow you, like me, will have watched this video and sat nodding in agreement with you. I certainly have! This past year has brough out a lot of emotions and things that we've had to navigate and work through. This is especially true of sensitive creative types. Its been difficult, hasn't it? For me, it feels like there's some kind of metamorphosis going on, a shedding of old habits and ways of seeing things. I'm sure its all going to result in a breakthrough that will be amazing, but letting go can be scary! I gave up coffee too and it really messed with my sleep and energy levels for a while as my body withdrew from caffeine, so take heart that a lot of what you are experiencing could be due to just that. My creativity has been all over the place as well, just like you, so I totally resonate with everything you have talked about. I'm trying to take a step back and see the bigger picture and I have developed a feeling of trust that this is all part of the process of change and growth. Sending love, hugs and blessings xx

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Gosh, yes, growth can be painful but we totes got this!! Love and blessings to you too xx

@vickistracey7264

3 жыл бұрын

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Thank you for to this video. Very useful.

I really look forward to your inspirational videos each week and feel as though you are my kindred spirit as I can really empathise with your daily trials and your triumphs

@suedrewery8174

3 жыл бұрын

Oops I accidentally posted that reply before finishing it! You inspire me to keep going and to never give up in my own creative journey and to accept and to trust in my skills and abilities even though this can often feel quite difficult and make me doubt myself. So Thankyou for sharing your own experiences with us and I hope that you will keep on doing this as you are making a positive difference in people's lives.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thanks for being here Sue, xxx much love x

Thanks for another wonderful glimpse into your world

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Sam! Heeeyyyy! Try dandy blend too or cacao, xxx good luck!!!

Thank you for this beautiful video. You are an amazingly special person and I just so much enjoy your videos!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear this Marilyn xx thank you x

Thank u for sharing your experiences.. it so much helps in self acceptance 😌 🙂

Drinking my coffee & watching. I've thought of giving up coffee, too, but I can't right now. I depend on it so much. I have been feeling under the weather as well. I don't know what's wrong, been having headaches everyday & have to take OTC meds. everyday. I hope it's pollen related, but I'm not an allergic person. I am kind of worried. Leaving tomorrow to another state to visit my mama so I will see what happens. I love your videos. I feel like I'm listening to a friend. BTW, love the cubbies for your beautiful postcards. xo Lisa

I just feel scrambled. I've been working on ideas so long in my head, and trying to learn the technical parts of what I will be attempting. But I feel there is so much "stuff" in the world, that I can't convince myself that the planet needs more from me. I picture my sisters trying to empty out my house after I'm gone. All the supplies for different crafts I've taken up, then abandoned, and all the finished work that I'm glad I made, but it's just here in the house. I feel stupid to make more that will just have to be disposed of. I have no advice for anybody.

@Decopainterandtea

3 жыл бұрын

Make more art anyway. It IS a part of you. Enjoy it again.Just my 2 cents.

@gaynacampbell830

3 жыл бұрын

When we first went into lockdown in France, I couldn't replenish my art supplies so I decided to make art with what I had available. The result? A complete change of style which I like heaps better! Turns out even lockdown can have a silver lining, you just have to try and think positive and don't give up. Think of it as recycling what you already have and that may help, good luck!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

I suggest a declutter... you will unscramble and be able to work out your next steps... x soft hugs scrambled one xx

@michemman

3 жыл бұрын

Argus, you are most worthy. Watercolour and journaling takes up less space than say large canvases, but be mindful to not make yourself small or not produce at all. Take a photo of each work, and then you can decide what to do with it. My mum gave up her art, due to a lot of end product, and it is a bit sad that she has. Sometimes it is how we store, sell or hang our work. If it makes us sad to look at it or sad to let it go. We can give it away to special people. So an artiste' keeps creating. It is just your thing. ;)

@EmilyKariya

3 жыл бұрын

Make it anyway, make any art or craft you want to, knowing it is temporary and one day will be gone. Everything goes to dust in the end, and maybe the end product isn't as important as the way you feel when you are doing it. I always feel like I could dispose easily of anything I make, give it all away for free quite happily, because the value is in the creation and not in the having/keeping. My advice would be to let go of the end result, and focus on the joy in the moment of creation xxxxxxxxx

Beautiful flowers you've painted 💜

Hi Wendy!!! I love watching your videos every week. They make me feel happy and my heart smiles. I am proud of you for taking a break from coffee. It is so hard to do. I have recently quit caffeine, because I was so tired all the time and anxious. I am feeling better and better now and I am rooting for you!!!

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I've had headaches from hell! xxx

@cherylwolf1209

3 жыл бұрын

I know how the headaches are I went through the same thing. I am sleeping so much better now though. And even dreaming.

I’m learning that black gesso is a girl’s best friend. 😂 The 4am wake up is exhausting. I drag through the next day. I really think it is a woman’s thing. I love the music in your videos. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

haha! Black gesso is king!! Loads of love and hope you sleep soon! xx

Hi Wendy 👋. Thank you for this weeks video. Always look forward to watching. Sorry that you are not sleeping well. Listening to sounds of nature on headphones can help and imagine your walking through the woods. My husband is an artist and when he has artist block and has a day of bad art he goes for a walk, comes back and looks at his work with " New Eyes" as he calls it. I have a little mantra now that helps me because I've been getting overwhelmed with everything. Its simple but really helps. Its just ,' One day at a time. Tomorrow's another day'. Sending you big, soft hugs back 🤗 ❤ Wendy. Rest up and look after yourself 🥰🧚‍♀️🌟. Love and light to you and all 🙏

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Lovely sharing comment, thank you xxx and love to you too. xx

The flowers on small canvases are looking really good Wendy! Happy weekend. xxoo

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rebecca, getting there!! xxx happy weekend to you too. x

Hello... I love your videos! They make me feel happy and I love your choice in music. Thank you for being you! 💕

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much x

I really enjoyed your process and I think that even if your just piddling around it's good for your brain. I am trying to paint a pineapple today because my first try was not the result I was looking for. But I learned what I liked and didn't like about my first try. I learned it harder than it looks. People always think there not as good as someone else but you don't know how many pineapples they have done or scrapt. I love the part you said about breathing in and out. I am going to have to write that down so I will be watch this again as I paint. I do that a lot with your videos because your the one that inspired me to start my own little art studio. But working with watercolors is new so I struggle more than I thought I would. Thanks darling

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So happy you have your own studio now! xxx Loads of love and happy creating! x

Thank you for this inspiring video🥰. It was so calming after a hard week... I love your roses paintings😍😍😍

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Soft hugs xxxxx and thank you x

Hi Wendy, I went through burnout last year and still have episodes of it till now. Worked my butt of at my last job. Decided to give that job up because I did not find any peace within. Since then I have no job though I am constantly looking for a new one (although I had a contract for a new job but then the third lockdown came in Germany and I didn't get the job). Woke up every night at 3 o'clock in the morning, couldn't get back to sleep for ages. Then tried ashwaganda milk and lavender tea every evening, meditation, yoga and therapie and it helped a lot. Still have shitty days but also very peaceful ones. It is getting better. For you too, I promise.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you feeling better and thank you for the suggestions 🌷🌷🌷

I'm fighting fatigue and lack of interest in my painting creative time. l lay on the floor in my studio on my yoga. I just know this will pass and accept it. I watch videos everyday to get motivated but only make it to the floor. This is where I am now watching this floor. Looking up at all the unpainted canvases and the paints waiting....laying on the floor.

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I love laying down on the floor!!!!! Completely relate!!!!!

Hi there and huggs from Rose-Cottage, Schurwald Forest, Germany. I sometimes have those days, when nothing seems to spark my joy, allthough I have many projects going on. It is the same feeling as when you stand in front of your filled closet and think: "Oh my, I have nothing to wear." I find it very helpful in these cases just to sit back and do nothing for a while, meditate, day dream. Or when it comes to the clothes, just to pick out something basic and neutral. In no time, an idea sparks again. It allways works. And when the first idea comes, soon, there will be a domino effect. :-) When it comes to my writing, the Picasso approach was always very helpful to me. :-) When I was writing my novel, there were days, when I just didn`t feel like writing at all. But then I committed myself to writing every day, at least 1 sentence. I told myself, that I could write 1 sentence! And if I would keep on going, in time, my novel would be finished. Guess what: Every time I had written my 1 sentence, I had to write another one and another one. Soon I was in the middle of creating and off with the fairies. :-) When I was done, it felt, like time had stood still and I had been in a vacuum, a special place without time, writing from direct download. Just 1 sentence a day! This can be a beautiful mantra in all cases of life. We can all do 1 thing, but we have to start, do the first step and then keep persisting, moving on. Sometimes we have to sit back and do nothing and relax and meditate and just feel the sun on our nose tips, hear the birds singing and enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. ;-) Blessings, Christina

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

So true, and yes, I am exactly the same x

Short and sweet nowdays-for me( and time). That is definitely something that I have to work on as well, with sleep time. When I sleep early at night, it truly does give me energy and a positive, clear mind. Thanks for sharing on what you do for sleep! 🥰💕💚🧡💛🌺

@theunexpectedgypsy

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, me too, I love early nights!! xx

It’s okay to be ‘off’. I teach yoga and share with my students that balance can be about anything small. Try to let your littlest changes feel okay and good. No judgment. Just know that being creative can be about just sitting with it and thinking free thoughts, and not doing. Just be. 😍🥰🌸🙏🏻