Millicent Sykes reflects on the struggles of overcoming perfectionism while embracing the challenges of personal growth. Despite feelings of dread, guilt, and despair that accompany learning from mistakes, she acknowledges the ongoing journey of self-improvement and the pursuit of new opportunities for growth, emphasizing that the process is continuous.
Category Archives: Artists in the Wild
Rolling With the Punches: How Boxing Has Helped Me Manage Life’s Battles
In the final part of his series on boxing, Franklin Muiruri reflects on how the sport has transformed him beyond the physical and emotional, boosting his self-esteem and security. He shares personal anecdotes and outlines goals centered around personal growth, exploring other martial arts, enhancing overall well-being, achieving fitness milestones, inspiring others, and contributing to the boxing community.
Fantasy v Reality (Re-envisioned)
The content explores the conflicting emotions of pursuing dreams, from feeling driven to experiencing disillusionment upon achievement. It depicts love turning to hate, the suffocation of writing, and the struggle to find fulfilling connections. The author questions the purpose of life and ponders over the prevalence of stagnancy and stoicism.
Rolling With the Punches: How Boxing Has Helped Me Manage Life’s Battles
Franklin Muiruri reflects on how boxing has transformed him beyond the physical and emotional aspects, boosting self-esteem and providing a profound sense of security. Confronting inner fears and self-doubt is pivotal for personal growth, resonating with the philosophy of boxing and Aristotle’s teachings. Each victory in the ring is a triumph over oneself, a step towards achieving eudaimonia.
Evaluating my Perception
Feature Story: Meeting the Artist
Taylor Dunfee, a versatile artist, merges life experiences with creativity to build a meaningful connection with clients. With a background in photography and drawing, Taylor’s tattoo art displays a unique blend of technical proficiency and creativity. His vision is to create a safe, positive space where every tattoo tells a memorable story. Taylor’s advice to aspiring artists emphasizes staying true to their vision, expecting gradual progress, and overcoming self-doubt.
Rolling With the Punches: How Boxing Has Helped Me Manage Life’s Battles
Boxing has had a profound impact on Franklin Muiruri, helping him cope with the loss of his father and navigate financial struggles. Through training, he found a refuge for grief, learned to channel emotions into strength, and applied boxing’s principles of resilience and strategic thinking to overcome financial pressures, emerging stronger.
Rolling With the Punches: How Boxing Has Helped Me Manage Life’s Battles
Boxing has brought about a profound personal transformation, extending beyond physical and emotional aspects. The discipline, perseverance, and mental fortitude developed in the gym have seamlessly translated into professional and personal life. This newfound confidence enables tackling challenges with resilience, adaptability, and strategic thinking, fostering a mindset of readiness and growth.
The Concept of Time
Millicent Sykes continues to ponder the human experience and our purpose. She questions our dream of living on Pluto and reflects on the struggle between exhaustion and rage. Sykes explores the meaning of leadership and the importance of being true to oneself, emphasizing the value of reciprocal love and connection.
Feature Story: Meeting the Artist
Hanna, the creative force behind Hanna’s Murals, brings a unique approach to art, eschewing a single style to embrace diversity. Her murals offer free, accessible art for everyone, embodying her vision of inclusivity. She encourages aspiring artists to explore and not limit themselves, despite the challenges faced as a young woman in the industry.
