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Make Time For Leisure

In our leisure we reveal what kind of people we are.
~ Ovid

In Greek, leisure is a word that means school. Leisure historically meant freedom for intellectual or creative pursuits – rather than the current concept of lounging around doing nothing, of an opportunity to completely shut down. Historically, it wasn’t about simply killing time or distracting the mind. It was engaging in a pursuit that both challenges us and relaxes us. While leisure isn’t work, it is something we have to work to make time for.

  • This week’s artist is – Joe Paquet – who I was first introduced to via a podcast interview. I enjoyed his story and had to look at his work. Starting out with a developed imagination and discipline… turned into an art career. Check out his website and instagram for even more!

There is nothing to feel guilty about for making time for leisure and stillness. It’s not reckless, it’s nourishing. It’s replenishing. It’s joy, and it’s admirable.

Creating something, struggling with learning a new language, assembling a puzzle slowly yet patiently, catching your breath to run another sprint, working through the thoughts you want to write out with clarity or walking on the beach with a metal detector. Whatever it is, make the time, let it relax and strengthen you and fulfill you. You deserve it. You need it. And the world needs your art!

Cheers!

Matthew & the Art Supply House crew