Chasing the Impossible: The Power of Audacity and Belief
Author: Mahmud Bezalel What distinguishes a dreamer from a risk taker? Simple. The ability to turn plans into actions without the fear of failure. There is a point in almost every creative’s journey where reality whispers, “This isn’t going to work.” It happens when your ideas feel too strange, when your path feels too uncharted, […]
“Booked and Busy” to Matter
Author: Sagesse Bezalel She storms into the room, heels clicking like punctuation marks with her phone glued to her ears, her laptop bag with her assistant, and a tote bag stuffed with a planner, lip gloss, and probably a half-eaten granola bar. She’s always giving Monday; conquered, Tuesday; Slayed, all day, “booked, busy, and better […]
Time Waits for No One
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Jaden stared at the calendar in disbelief. He rubbed his eyes, not believing what they were showing him. It felt like just yesterday when he made the decision to take that leap. The one where he dropped his comfort zone, started that business, to chase the career he knew would change his […]
Good Times with Old Friends
Author: Sagesse Bezalel You know, the ones who’ve seen you at your worst and your best, and still stick around. The ones who remember how awkward you were in school, the ridiculous outfits you used to wear, and the times you said things that made absolutely no sense. They’re the ones who can laugh at […]
The Virtue of Creative Peace
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Stress is commonly known to be a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives. Everyone experiences stress to some degree, and being familiar with the stress creatives face every day, creativity […]
The Virtue of Creative Faithfulness
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Faithfulness and consistency are often seen as synonymous, especially in creative pursuits. To be faithful to something means to show up steadily and with dedication, day after day. This isn’t about blind repetition or robotic habits, but about knowing that meaningful results come from small, sustained actions over time. The start of […]
Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Creative
Author: Mahmud Bezalel Imposter syndrome is that persistent, nagging feeling that you don’t deserve your accomplishments. It is that voice in your head that whispers, “You’re a fraud, and sooner or later, everyone will find out that you are not as good as you claim.” Coined by psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978, […]
Designing with Personality
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Every creative person has a spark, yeah! something unique that sets them apart. It’s not just about talent or skill, it’s about how they infuse their personality into everything they create. Whether it’s a jovial graphic designer crafting a flyer that makes people laugh or a moody songwriter channeling their introspection into […]
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: Old Lessons for a New Age
Mahmud Bezalel In the ending scenes of the book, Tom Sawyer, there is a conversation between two kids, and most people might have overlooked its significance. For those who haven’t read it, the kids were Huck & Tom, and they’re just like every average street kid who hates school and wants to spend all their […]
The Virtue of Creative Kindness
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Creative kindness is the thoughtful blending of empathy and imagination. It’s about going beyond conventional acts of kindness to find innovative ways to uplift, connect, and inspire others. While traditional kindness might involve a smile or a helping hand, creative kindness asks: How can I use my unique talents, skills, and ideas […]