Category: Creative Hat

Being Creative vs Artistic

4/30/2022

A Wearer of Many Hats

Being Creative vs Artistic

Of the many hats I like to wear, I was recently questioning; which one would be my best fit?
I came across this great article regarding the difference between our Artistic and Creative Abilities.
I realized that the Creative Hat is my best fit. It encompasses all of my interests: writing, being artistic, sharing with others what I know, and at times finding solutions to problems, and many more.
You may also enjoy reading What is Your Branch of Creativity?
If you are doing things that make you happy and you feel good, it will reflect on how you live your life.
You may be wearing a creative hat more often than you realize. Food for thought!

"We are all both students and teachers on the pathway of life,
and we have the opportunity to bless and prosper one another." - Unknown

I welcome any questions, sharing or comments you may have.

By Danielle Manibog

"It's all about the small things in life 'tidbits' that make us who we are"
Be the Change and Follow your Road.

© Copyright 2012-2022 Danielle Manibog. All rights reserved.

My Retirement Hat

9/14/2021

A Wearer of Many Hats
My Retirement Hat

In her book "Refuse to Choose!" Barbara Sher refers to some of us as scanners or, as she prefers to state, "individuals with multitalented brains," a person that has so many interests and passions that they can't choose just one. After reading her book, I came to understand why I enjoy wearing so many different hats.
All of my hats fit me and my diverse interests very well.
My retirement hat is now my newest favorite hat!

What to do first? I started by tackling my endless list of home, garden, and other yet-to-be-started projects. During the first few months, while painting, decluttering, and rearranging furniture, I put my creative and artistic hats back on and got to work. I prioritized my studio space, knowing it's my daily inspiration, and began to feel the freedom that can only be known when you finally hang up your lifetime of work hat for any other hat you feel like wearing.

I'm slowly getting reacquainted with my writing hat. I'm working on several short stories for a book that I hope to launch by the beginning of next year and will be the first of a short stories series.

Retirement is the stage of life I have been looking forward to for a long while, and now that I'm here, I'm enjoying it to the fullest of my abilities while doing, learning, and "chilling" whenever the mood occurs.

NOTE: Putting on our retirement hat for some of us does not mean we need to stop wearing our Work at Home Hat or, it may even be a good time for others to try that new hat on for size.
This hat is essential in many ways; it will help keep your mind younger and sharper while keeping your body active and more energized. Possibly shoo away boredom and help by keeping some of us more financially independent. Do not let age hold you back from trying on new hats.

I welcome any questions, sharing or comments you may have.

By Danielle Manibog

"It's all about the small things in life 'tidbits' that make us who we are"
Be the Change and Follow your Road.

© Copyright 2012-2021 Danielle Manibog. All rights reserved.

Creativity Quotes

8/10/2020

Sharing Hat

Creativity Quotes
by Cathy Stucker of The Idea Lady.com

"Creativity is about unleashing the potential of the mind to conceive new ideas."~ Drew Marshall
"Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules,
making mistakes, and having fun."~ Mary Lou Cook
"Let the sparks from that which brings you joy fire up your creative soul."~ Whitney Ferre

How to Display Children's Artwork

2/28/2020

Creative Hat

Wooden Artwork Storage Frames

With the school year about mid-way done, children have probably brought home several of their many art projects.
A good way to display and store these many treasures is with a storage frame.

Children often make unique art projects for holidays and other special events.
The great thing about these storage frames is that your child’s art can be on display all year long with the flexibility of changing at a whim with the other art project being stored in the frame.

These frames are specially sized to hold the standard sizes of artwork created at school or home. Each polystyrene-covered wooden frame also includes a 3/4" deep compartment behind the picture to store approx. 50 more pictures.
Frame Measures 14.5" x 11.5" x 1 3/4" and fits 9" x 12" Artwork.

Inspire your child by giving their artwork that special attention it deserves with these
Easy Change Artwork Frames.

I welcome any questions, sharing or comments you may have.

By Danielle Manibog

"It's all about the small things in life 'tidbits' that make us who we are"
Be the Change and Follow your Road.

© Copyright 2012-2020 Danielle Manibog. All rights reserved

Being a Character

10/9/2019

Life Hat

Grumpy Character

Being a Character

Being a character does not mean that you are not being yourself on the contrary I believe that you are who you need to be at that moment to deal and cope with what is going on in your life.

Taken on a character is different than building your character traits.
Your character traits are who you are, who you wish to be, while being a character or taken on a character is more often than not a temporary stay.

Characters can be defined as: The combination of qualities or traits that distinguishes an individual's personality be it grumpy, eccentric or humorous just to name a few.

Where I work, being a character is almost a prerequisite. Managing a mobile home park you do see and get to know all types of characters. Some are more lovable than others but all come with their own life stories.

One particular individual comes to mind. This person had been around a long time. He had seen war and with age had also seen a lot of his family and friends come and go.

For years he wore the grumpy character, never smiled, never laughed and often complained for what seemed to be no apparent reason.

Through the years I learned to see past his grumpiness. I also learned that at times he could be humorous and that there was an unassuming generous quality about him.

We came to respect each other and I came to understand that his grumpy character was not really who he was but only a character he chose to use to protect himself for what life had dealt him in the pass.
We all have characters to deal with.
What are your hidden characters or character traits?

Excerpt from my newest book "Managing a Mobile Home Park and Living Amongst Its Characters"

Introducing Character in A Jar for Children

Build and reinforce positive character traits at home, in the classroom, after-school programs, youth groups, or wherever you interact with kids and teens.
Have children pick a character for the day,
“Patience,” “Compassion,” “Tolerance,” "Giving" and many more.
This can actually be a good gift for adults as well.

"The final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands."~ Anne Frank

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