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Author: Judy Murdoch
Judy Murdoch is an artist, writer, and teacher. She lives in Denver, Co with her husband Michael and feline children, Lily and Joey.
Beginning at the Beginning
There’s a saying, “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great (Zig Ziglar). I take comfort in this because it’s so true. One of the hardest parts about being a beginner is when my goals, what I want to create, far exceed my skill and resources to… Continue reading Beginning at the Beginning
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Japanese Pines at Sunset
I have several books of Japanese patterns found mostly on everyday items such as screens, kimonos, and decorative prints. This particular image is of pine trees at sunset. I traced the pattern on heavy paper and colored it with alcohol markers. It was a joy to create and a joy to look at. Like much… Continue reading Japanese Pines at Sunset
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Calling Back Power Practice
Most of us like to think we’re very much in control of what we think and do. To a degree this is true. But I’ve realized that I’m often “hijacked” by my scary or angry stories. I can be doing one thing and my mind is occupied by the unfairness of a past slight or… Continue reading Calling Back Power Practice
Making Space (Even When It’s Scary)
I like the idea of “making space” to allow for new growth; new opportunities. But it’s scary to get rid of something before you know what will show up.
Old Fashion Banana Bread
I call this recipe “old fashion” banana bread because it’s full of butter, sugar, and flour. Ingredients that have a bad rap these days. But if you’re in the mood for old school baking, this recipe will satisfy.
Witnessing and Comfort Practice
I’ve dealt with depression for most of my adult life. My depression is miserable but manageable. On the surface, I seem like I’m just fine. Under the facade I’m living in a grey world. Nothing appeals to me. Nothing seems to matter. You might say that “the lights are on but nobody’s home.” I take… Continue reading Witnessing and Comfort Practice
Empowerment Practice
In our combative Western culture, we celebrate the feisty individual hustling for success. Our culture honors aggression and dismisses those with a quiet, peaceful demeanor as “weak.” Over the course of my life I initially embraced a persona of being the expert know-it-all. I believed that’s what other people wanted from me: answers and advice… Continue reading Empowerment Practice