Say Yes To The Power of Your Favorite Creative Oasis Spaces

Morning runs at the ocean's edge during a recent beach trip reminded me what inspired this Creative Oasis Mantra several summers ago.Some of my very favorite Creative Oasis Spaces exist in nature...the beach...the mountains...the lovely little lake within walking distance of my home.Inevitably when I spend time in these places I feel my energy restored and renewed.Bookstores, museums, a dear friend's kitchen, the massage chair of my local Whole Foods...these are also Creative Oasis Spaces for me...places I go to relax, recharge and re-energize.How about you? What places light you up...bring you peace...inspire you? These are your Creative Oasis Spaces.Have you given yourself permission to spend time in those places this summer?If so ~ yay for you! Gold stars! High fives! Keep up the good creative self-care!If not ~ what's one delightfully doable way you might spend even a brief amount of time in one in the coming week?If you're craving beach time with no trip to the shore in sight how might you still enjoy the essence of the experience? For example...~ Read a book about the beach like "Gifts from the Sea."~ Create a collage filled with beachy images.~ Watch a movie set in a beautiful beach location.~ Plan your dream beach trip or create a dream beach trip board on pinterest.~ Invite some friends over for fruity cocktails or a beach-themed cookout.Here's a photo of my local lake where I used filters to play and colors for a quick, fun and simple Creative Oasis Moment last week.Here's to spending more time in the places that bring us soul-nurturing inspiration, relaxation and satisfaction this summer!All the best from my Creative Oasis to yours,Jill