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Inspiration from Georgia O’Keeffe
“I’ve been absolutely terrified every moment of my life — and I’ve never let it keep me from doing a single thing I wanted to do.” – Georgia O’Keeffe, born on this day in 1887.
Photograph by Alfred Stieglitz
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Thank you so much for this Wendy , both the photo and quote. We rarely see Georgia in repose. Her remarkable will emanates so powerfully. I love that her fear doesn’t stifle her will.
I just read this quote of hers for the first time. And I’m going to keep it close by. It really moves me and reminds me that it’s okay to be afraid.
Thanks so much for this. It’s exactly what I needed tonight. Love seeing Georgia in repose, vulnerable but with her indomitable will still piercing. Amazing that her will could manifest despite her terror. Truly an inspiration.
Sorry for the duplicate comment. I’m terrible with CAPTCHA Codes. It always says I didn’t get it right . This time it posted anyway.
I appreciate the persistence!
Here I go commenting again. But this quote continues to inspire and provide solace. Had to share it on Facebook.
I love the contrast of her repose and her terror. Reminds me that life is full of both states and that we must use the terror to learn and create.