I just do stuff I like, aimed at celebrating life, and never really think about whether I can do it; I just am, do, and learn. Everything always works out somehow, even if, at times, it seems impossible. Patience and trust, though, are still challenged. Acting at the right time and knowing when to wait are practices that I continuously have to improve.
“Unexpected twists in life.”
Life is like a flowing river, taking unexpected twists and following the flow, while balancing the canoe is fun and challenging. Sometimes, the canoe tips over, and you must rest, stay still, and dry up before moving on. Among several unexpected and challenging twists, the one I faced in April 2020 was particularly significant.
I was diagnosed with cancer, including metastasis, right at the beginning of the COVID pandemic. Now, five years later, the five-year checkup was declared healthy. I’m very grateful and happy that I’m still around.
“Trusting life.”
Going with the flow of life challenges me to stay focused, trust in the best, and remain happy. At times, I have to make moves and take new routes that I know, by heart and gut, are the right way to go, and it’s challenging but necessary. Keeping on smiling and looking at the good happening is energizing and hopeful.
“Art in my life.”
Writing, drawing, and photography have always been a part of life; they happen by themselves. I just do it, and it comes naturally, like breathing. My writing takes the form of blogs, articles, and books. The consistent theme of the texts is to lead oneself and others healthily and creatively, and I’m sharing my experiences and mindset in life. The drawing mainly turns out as Crumelurs, and I usually take photos with the mobile camera on the spur of the moment. Being in the making, at the moment here and now, gives peace to body and soul.
“Soulfulness”
“Soulfulness” is the word that I’ve found that best describes the state I experience when body, thoughts, emotions, and soul are all one. It’s a pleasurable sense of being and acting from the inside out. The experience of time and space ceases to exist. It’s the empty room, a feeling of loneliness that might occur, and we’re encouraged to fill it with anything, unfortunately. Because when we dare to be in that empty room, in soulfulness, we’re connected to our inner power, creativity, and true knowledge. I’m always striving to be soulful because everything works out for the best when being and acting from within. A need in the quest for soulfulness is to “clear my head” every day, and my favorites for that are yoga, walks, and bike rides at an enjoyable pace. And, of course, drawing the Crumelurs.
“You are a true inspiration!”
These are words I often hear describe me and warm my heart. They refer to the fact that I inspire people to be themselves, lead with confidence, and live a life where they feel good. Over the years, I have developed the ability to guide myself through various, sometimes challenging, situations while maintaining a good mood. Even if life seems crazy at times, there are always opportunities. I’m striving forward with confidence that things will work out for the best because they always do.
“Sharing is caring.”
On the blog, I share experiences, knowledge, and thoughts about life’s small and big moments, as well as the stuff I do to celebrate life. I also discuss being human(e) in a whimsical world. Occasionally, I’ll share drawings and texts from the joy of life in my world of Crumelurs.
In the same spirit as the blog, I’m having inspirational talks and one-to-one sessions on focusing on the good things in life, which energize and make you walk through life with a smile, a bit more.
“The meaning of life is to enjoy it every day.”
There is always something for me to enjoy. If nothing else, a double espresso and rejoicing that I’m alive.
I just do stuff – this is where I end a short text about myself. You can follow the onward journey on the blog, and if you’re interested in my CV, please feel free to check it out on LinkedIn.
Love and hugs,
/Cathrin
Contact
Feel free to email me at hello@cathrinfrisemo.com, and I’m also open to discussing how we may work together.