Lately, I’ve been doing a lot of self reflection. They say it happens in one’s 30s. I think it’s because we’ve been go go going for so long that it’s inevitable I would crave moments of quiet and stillness.

I’ve told you my inclination to design/create/dream when I’m moving, whether it be by car, plane, or train. It’s because those are the places wherein I’m actually forced to stop. That’s when all the ideas pour in. My favorite collection, Bridge, was born out of our road trips. I’ve choreographed dances in my plane seat, dreamed up funny videos, written love letters. In these slow moments, I find play and comfort. I reflect on what it really means to live. All the good stuff comes to me when I find that necessary space.

There is a real peace in that place, a deep gratitude. I attempted to capture that here.

To finding your own stillness, embracing it, and discovering the goodness that arrives from there.

Love ~ betsy

***Song of the Moment: Do What You Gotta Do, by Nina Simone***

4 Responses to “Self Portrait Study on an Airplane.”

1. Amanda Skourtis says:

   March 8, 2013 at 11:15 pm

   “To finding your own stillness, embracing it, and discovering the goodness that arrives from there.”

   This wish to your readers broke my heart a bit, in a good way.

   How visceral and relevant for me right now, thank you!
2. maba says:

   March 20, 2013 at 9:21 am

   Beautiful thoughts and so true…
3. Betsy says:

   March 21, 2013 at 4:59 pm

   Amanda,

   The stillness is so important. I’m so glad you found some solidarity in my words. Thank you for sharing!
4. Betsy says:

   March 21, 2013 at 4:59 pm

   Maba,

   THANK YOU!! xo