{"id":5330,"date":"2018-07-04T09:27:06","date_gmt":"2018-07-04T13:27:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/?p=5330"},"modified":"2018-07-04T14:22:13","modified_gmt":"2018-07-04T18:22:13","slug":"energy-potential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.dawnbanning.com\/newsblog\/energy-potential\/","title":{"rendered":"Energy Potential"},"content":{"rendered":"

~Energy flows where attention goes.<\/em><\/strong>~<\/p>\n

In the colourful beautiful animated film \u201cMonsters Inc<\/a>.\u201d
\n(spoiler alert) Sulley and Mike discover love & laughter are the most powerful energy sources for fueling their city rather than a previous fear based method. The film portrays a wonderful image of collecting energy from positivity.<\/p>\n

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This image came to mind while watching a powerful demonstration how loving thoughts provide humans with superior strength in comparison to anger.
\nThe demonstration was by an Oncologist, who\u2019s work focuses on hypnosis (when applicable) instead of anesthesia for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
\n\u201cJust like Mike & Sulley,\u201d I thought, positive thought, laughter & love are measurable energy strengths.<\/p>\n

Startling recent science suggests \u2018thought energy\u2019 affects humans on a cellular level.
\n\u201cSome of the most powerful external signals that influence the health of our cells are the energetic messages which emanate from our thoughts.<\/a>
\nPositive or negative, our thoughts have the ability to literally change our bodies and alter our physical health and well being.\u201d
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\u201cA renaissance in cellular biology has recently revealed the molecular mechanisms by which thoughts and perceptions directly influence gene activity and cell behaviour.. Energy psychology, through its ability to rapidly identify and reprogram limiting misconceptions, represents the most powerful and effective process to enhance physical and emotional well being.\u201d Bruce H. Lipton author of \u201cBiology of Belief\u201d.<\/a><\/p>\n

Clients pose the energy question by referring to \u2018mood.\u2019
\n\u201cDo you have to be in the right mood to paint?\u201d or state \u201c Creativity energy must flow from you like water.\u201d
\nProfessional artists know how much energy it takes to create daily under pressure. Which is why a well known artist recently asked, \u201cI follow your work, and have one question for you\u2026\u201c are you exhausted all the time?\u201d \u201cBecause,\u201d he said, \u201cI know what kind of effort it takes to put out the amount and calibre of work you do.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Creative energy doesn\u2019t \u2018flow like water\u2019 but learning what feeds it is part of the process. Thou Individuals handle this uniquely, as people vary on what sparks or tires us, some universal elements affect energy in artists and non artists alike.
\nAs Mr. Lipton and his colleagues suggest, frame of mind and positive energy are huge factors in health, creative productivity & longevity.<\/p>\n

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Aside from being conscious of thought, energy generating habits focus on time outdoors in nature, exercise, sleep, mediation, nutrition and balance.
\nExpanding on this foundation is how I stay on track. Here are three additional tips below.<\/p>\n

Tip#1. Know Thyself.<\/strong>
\nBe aware of what fuels you, what drains you. Focus on the former.
\nWhen dealing with difficult people or situations, structure your time for recovery and self care.Set boundaries.
\nHealthy habits sharpen your instincts. Tune in. Why are you tired? Is it time for a break or a hard run? Listen to your body & spirit.<\/p>\n

Tip#2 Declutter and Restructure your space\/ furnishings\/.<\/strong>
\nOne weight loss theory is to clean your closets.
\n\u201cStuff\u201d literally mentally, emotionally, and physically can weigh us down.<\/p>\n

How do you move in your spaces? We respond energetically to \u2018stuff\u2019 in our environments.
\nThink of yourself as a swimmer with smooth flow and rhythm in your stoke. Suddenly you encounter a wall, need to climb over the wall, get back in the water, swim, another wall, and over and over again you go.
\nA swim without barriers is more efficient with less energy spent. Plus it\u2019s way more fun.
\nCluttered furniture & items you constantly adjust around disrupts creative flow and energy. Pay thoughtful attention to organizing your dwellings. Have tools\/ supplies readily available.
\nPlants, light, art, colour, scents, music, sound and free flowing spaces all fuel energy. ( The scent of peppermint increases energy for long distance runners wearing tiny vials during a run.)<\/p>\n

Tip#3 Take stalk & channel energy.<\/strong> Everything in life requires energy, including creating, focusing on projects\/ solutions or conversations that need to take place.
\nReframe how you approach tasks & goals. Are the deadlines daunting or wonderfully challenging?
\nAre you nervous<\/em> about the presentation, or excited<\/strong>? Do you have<\/em> to go for a run, or do you get<\/strong> to go for a run?<\/p>\n

Think of daily energy as sand in an hourglass. Recognize available amount daily and where you will spend it. How much time will you worry about things you cannot control, how much energy goes down the chute when you do? Electronics can be especially draining. What is sacrificed when you allot to unnecessary screen time on FB? Experts say head position gazing at phones\/ tablets puts an extra 60 pounds of pressure on our neck. Imagine how much energy this costs and how it affects overall health. Additionally, for artists, screen time is wearing on eyesight and dexterity.
\nBe conscious of how you spend your time, apply what increases your positive fuel cell like those in Monsters Inc.
\nShawn Anchor, author of \u201cThe Happiness Advantage\u201d writes \u201cIt turns out that our brains are literally hardwired to perform at their best not when they are negative or even neutral, but when they are positive.\u201d<\/a>
\n“Because positive brains have a biological advantage over brains that are neutral or negative, The Happiness Advantage teaches us how to retrain our brains to capitalize on positivity and improve our productivity and performance.”<\/p>\n

Perspective changes our energy. You are in the driver\u2019s seat of possibility.<\/strong><\/em>
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\nFurther reading:
\nBiology of Belief<\/a> by Bruce H. Lipton
\nThe Happiness Advantage<\/a> Shawn Anchor
\nHardwiring Happiness<\/a> by Rick Hansen<\/p>\n

New Work: Island<\/strong> 8×10 oil on board $455.oo
\nWaterlily Garden<\/strong> 12×36 oil on canvas ( infused with new palette!) $1200.oo
\nSummer Lake Diamonds<\/strong> 18×24 oil on canvas $1100.oo<\/p>\n

Note: Studio\/ store will remain open for art purchases, <\/strong>thou\u00a0likely my LAST post till Mid august. Until deadline, focus will be on painting & writing documentation for the exhibit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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