Weekly Photo Challenge: STATE OF MIND
“Not he is great who can alter matter, but he who can alter my state of mind” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Weekly Photo Challenge: STATE OF MIND – Sculptural Art, Coffee Swirls & Color
“Put yourself in a state of mind where you say to yourself, “Here is an opportunity for you to celebrate like never before, my own power, my own ability to get myself to do whatever is necessary.” Anthony Robbins
“Freethinkers are those who are willing to use their minds without prejudice and without fearing to understand things that clash with their own customs, privileges, or beliefs. This state of mind is not common, but it is essential for right thinking;” Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy
STATE OF MIND – The Power of Colors & Textures: I’ve always believed that our words, photos/symbols and actions reflect our state of mind and so it is wide to choose carefully how we want to spend our time; both internally and externally. I love nature, color, textures and art, and I create collages that combine my interpretation of those mediums because I see the richness they bring to all aspects of life. I chose to add a few collages I created using those mediums for today’s exercise. So what you will see are photos that have been enhanced, brightened, changed and made into many forms that reflect my state of mind. I hope you enjoy this approach and I will come see yours. Our state of mind is a delicate balance of our hopes, dreams and our reality … Be vigilant with yours.
“Happiness is nothing but a state of mind which only your thoughts and beliefs could place you in.” Edmond Mbiaka
Weekly Photo Challenge: STATE OF MIND – Sculptural Art, Coffee Swirls & Color
“Freedom is not a place. It’s a state of mind.” Fennel Hudson
“Cool is not an attitude – It’s a state of mind” Roy Smoothe
“Youth is not a time of life; it is a state of mind; it is not a matter of rosy cheeks, red lips and supple knees; it is a matter of the will, quality of the imagination, a vigor of the emotions; it is the freshness of the deep springs of life.” Samuel Ullman
HOW DID YOU DO THAT? I find that color cheers me up; especially in the winter season so I find myself gravitating towards things that add color to my world. Come back soon for more photos and an explanation on how this was created.
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“In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker” Plutarch
Weekly Photo Challenge: STATE OF MIND – Sculptural Art, Coffee Swirls & Color
“We all exist in an interconnected matrix of life, so the state of your mind and heart affects the whole.” Narissa Doumani
“Fears are nothing more than a state of mind” Napoleon Hill
“I am living a simple life with a complicated mind and I have yet to find a state of mind where I feel safe with who I am, where I am, with what I do.” Charlotte Eriksson
What Is Your STATE OF MIND?
This post was inspired by a prompt from WP Daily Post: STATE OF MIND – Every photo we take says something about our emotions at the moment of taking it. So this week, share an image where you see a particularly strong connection between what we see and what you felt as you pressed that shutter button on your camera or phone. I look forward to seeing your photos!
Positive Motivation Tip: Our words, photos/symbols, and actions reflect our state of mind. Be vigilant with yours.
PHOTO CREDITS/ATTRIBUTIONS: All Photos copyrighted and from my Personal Collection
Until Next Time…
Ask. Believe. Receive. ©
Elizabeth Obih-Frank
Mirth and Motivation
Positive Kismet
I completely agree that happiness is a state of mind. There was a time before that I was in a hopeless situation, but I still managed to keep myself happy. As what Peter Pan said, ” Just think of happy thoughts and you’ll fly.”
Happy Thoughts help up to a point and then we need professional help… all good. TY! <3
Our State of mind leads to the actions we take. It is important that we consciously analyze our state of mind and keep it in the positive zone.
True.. very important
A very positive and joyful state of mind, hooray for colour!
Hahaha! I’m all for color.
The right colors do have a way of cheering you up. The opposite is true too. I like light and airy colors. 🙂
Same here Rosey! 🙂
Love your concept of expressing the state of mind through colors & textures. True, all colors and textures bring out a certain emotion from within us…
They sure do. I believe it very much.
Very colorful. It’s very artistic. I love how the color blends.No doubt,i t was a nice photo!
Glad you like it. 🙂 TY!
I agree, colors do have healing powers. These are great images.
Such lovely and very vibrant colors. Love those bold colors. They make me feel lively! 🙂
Thank you Lynndee!
I do also believe that our words, photos/symbols and actions reflect our state of mind Such a wonderful article you written here just touched my inner feeling from heart.Awesome work..keep it up.
Oh thank you! I still have to upload my other photos… Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
I love the vibrant colors in your pictures – they give me a nice energy boost that is so needed during winter days 🙂
They said it’s all in your mind, your happiness, your sadness, your will power, your mood.
And your heart and your spirit… the mind is just one part of it. TY! 🙂
Certain colors always cheer me up and the brighter, the better! I love to add pops of color in my home during the winter since I am not able to do much gardening!
Color is a powerful healer and joy stimulator. 🙂
I’m a bit the same about colors. Winter tends to make me blue. Although I love that color, during the winter I look for brighter colors like pink, and yellow. Takes way the gloom.
It does take the edge off those grey days. 🙂
I totally agree with this philosophy that joy (but perhaps not happiness) is a state of mind. The right outlook is so important for our well-being.
True. Our outlook and attitude can make a huge difference in any situation. Have a great weekend! 🙂
Happiness is a state of mind, however I believe happy comes and goes. Some moments I might feel sad, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have joy. Have a great weekend!
That is true! Have a great weekend too. 🙂