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An Artist's Anxieties

4/2/2016

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Unpredictable, Confusing and Intrusive

Similar to the feeling you get when you give a big presentation at work, or asked someone you liked out on a date. I have dealt with a lot of unusual experiences that I am assuming come with the business, the artist trying to make it in a competitive world. ​
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I am inspired by other artists, by galleries, exhibition, the media, and the world around me. I do my research before I post, create, and do anything. I don't want to step on toes, and I don't want to take anything that's not mine. I try to remain professional when sharing or working with anyone. I believe it's popular artist, work, professional etiquette. I will always remain respectful when it come to others and their success, I am getting used to what others perceptions of me. It's easy to "say" I don't care what others think, don't get me wrong I am confident. *Side note -might even be a little cocky when I get with one of my BFF's because we both are sure and know we deserve it! Back to the topic, though, I am still learning my ground and how this game works.

I can't handle people who don't want others to succeed, especially someone who is facing the same cultural oppressions you are. You know my struggles, we suffer the same historical trauma. Everyone is trying to succeed, and I am an advocate of empowering those around you.

I can handle criticism, but I can't handle hatefulness. I can't handle mean. I can't handle those who don't have anything positive to say but want to share it anyway and put you on blast. I take it with a grain of salt now, because of my lovely support system, but OooF! That first one hurt. It blows my mind, like the thought process of being mean - like you have to take time and effort to do so. Gah! Then, I have to get all Intro to Psychology and figure out who this person is and why? Double Gah!

​I am not even close to being famous, but it makes me feel some way for Kylie Jenner, who I love! Her constant critique would overwhelm me! I think I'm getting a pressure headache just thinking about it. It started with appropriation in my own community, then a random mean comment (judgment of being the right kind of "native"/questioning my "nativeness"). Then passive aggressive emails regarding using certain social media terminology, and now not knowing whether to share materials and process tips due to the sensitivity of others. There will always be challenges in anything you do. If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you.

I must say my "8 - 4:30" gig is easy to turn off, but the anxiety of an artist, my passion, the over analysis not messing up what I love to do, is hard. I just want to share what has been on my mind.

Today's lesson just Let It GoOOOooooOoo.

​Thank you,
I truly appreciate you and your support.
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Victoria Dakota
4/2/2016 11:23:04 am

Ugh!! People are so mean... I am so proud of you for not stooping to their level and for you still wanting others to succeed even when they are being Haters!! You still want the best for everyone.... In this crazy cruel world. Hope I don't sound all wishy washy. Lol

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Tashina Lee Emery link
4/2/2016 02:50:20 pm

Thank you appreciate all the support and nope not wishy washy at all. I will allow my haters to make me successful! ☺️😘

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Lynn ketola's
4/2/2016 12:45:43 pm

The problem of course lies with them, not you. It boils down to jealousy. You have talent and are making something of yourself. It makes them feel better to bring you down, it gives them power in their own little minds. I have seen this firsthand when I built my home which is my business. I get that attitude from guests sometimes, they want to try to treat me as their servant, I am in the hospitality business and I want them happy here, but they don't realize manners and respect garner the same outcome while maintaining a positive attitude from both sides. Thank goodness we have loving friends and family to balance out the haters. Lynn

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Tashina Lee Emery link
4/2/2016 02:56:10 pm

Thank you hearing that really helps! Good to hear I'm not alone. And I truly believe it family, friends, and my supporters are seriously what gets me through it. A little bird told me the turtle wins the race, persisence and passion. ☺️

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Jeanne Emery
4/2/2016 05:33:41 pm

Through your trials I am seeing that being an Artist/Entrepreneur is very tough at times. People are not always respectful of another person's feelings, and CAN be down-right hurtful. I like one of your Mottos "Kill them with Kindness". All you can do is defend your point, but still have understanding, and if that doesn't help like you said, "Let it it go!". You tried and if people still want to be rude-you cannot change it or them. Let them live in their negative world. Carry on! Let the worry go! Live happy the best you can and continue on in your Life's Journey in a good way! Continue your creativity, share it with others, and there are just as many people who will build you up! You are and what you do is Amazing!

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Jeanne Emery
4/3/2016 12:11:06 pm

You sell quality products and care about it's presentation. You are a classy woman and it shines through in the jewelry and total package you put out. Stay true!!! <3
Love, M O M.

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