Joyful art by Lisa Marie Schmidt

SOULTRAVEL

6/28/2016

Hey friends. Hello new friends.
Welcome like minded folks. Hi everyone.

After years of blogging about my travels around the globe, I want to start a blog about another journey. I'm super excited as I am packing my stuff and preparing myself to probably the scariest adventure I can imagine.

The idea for this journey is an old one. I was already dreaming of it as I was a young child. Then I grew up and child-like ideas got beaten by grown-up thoughts about living a reasonable life. My dream didn't fit my German inner critic, which loves the idea of a life that is all about security, a proper job and a stable income. It is also easy and comfortable to let go of your adventurous plans.

But the whisper in my head came back. I don't know about yours, but my soul loves to travel to this place where everything seems possible. Before you realise it, your dream becomes bigger and bigger. It's time to do something about it. No more waiting for the perfect timing. Now is the time for me to follow my soul! On this blog I will share my journey to become a full-time artist and to live a creative life. And I want you to be part of it.

Welcome to SOULTRAVEL!

At this blog I want to take track of the tiny steps it takes to realise a dream and to document the journey for myself. Maybe it is inspiring for you- I would love that and it is the reason why I share it with you.

Those of you who know me, might know that this blog is a big step for me. The whole journey won't be easy, neither to have this blog. I am not a writer. I actually don't like writing neither reading a lot. Language and I have a hate-love relationship. Grammar and spelling could be better. My writing style seems to be as chaotic as my 'crazy monkey mind'. I love mixing up English with Dutch and German or even self-composed words and I am not even sure yet in which language I will write all the posts. As an introverted perfectionist, sharing something with the world that is less than 100% makes me nervous. But you know, I am human. Life isn't all about being perfect, right? And I love pictures. I love the visual language. So there will be probably many pictures. In addition, sharing stories fulfills me. So in the end, a blog seems to be the right match.

Are you on a soultravel?
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Bon voyage,
Lisa

Miriam

6/29/2016 02:05:20 am

Wow, this is amazing! I am so proud of you and for me this is very inspiring, too. I am usually so busy, I dont even hear the whispers in my soul. But this makes me wonder whether I could somehowow take some time to listen... Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts :)
Enjoy the journey!
PS: Der Weg ist das Ziel.

Lisa

6/29/2016 09:59:32 am

Thank you Miriam. I know it is hard and often even uncomfortable to listen to the whispers but I am sure it is good and healthy and you feel great afterwards. Your soul is happy when someone listens!
It's great to know that you will be on my side, finding our way through life, Miriam.

Chrissie

6/29/2016 02:25:32 am

Awesome Lisa!! You go girl! Realising your dreams is just about the scariest thing there is in the world as it requires stepping out of your comfort zone and most of all; growth.. And growth is that uncomfortable, wanting-to-crawl-out-of-your-skin feeling. But the rewards are completely and utterly worth it: Your dream coming true! I can't wait to go on your adventure with you!
Cxxx

6/29/2016 10:06:42 am

Thank you Chrisse, I totally agree. Especially with the wanting-to-crawl-out-of-your-skin feeling. Hahaha I know that one very well. Happy to know you will support me on the journey. Xxx

Sandra

6/29/2016 06:12:32 am

Hey Lisa,
wir haben uns seit Enschede schon lange nicht mehr gesehen, aber ich habe deine Reisen immer ein wenig verfolgen können via Facebook. Es freut mich zu lesen, dass du dich traust deinen Träumen zu folgen! :) Ich habe mich auf eine ähnliche Reise begeben... ich habe das Studium abgebrochen und beginne jetzt eine Ausbildung zur Schreinerin! Total abgefahren, das hätte ich nie für möglich gehalten... da waren die grown-up thoughts immer zu stark. Aber jetzt nicht mehr. Ein Hoch auf die child-like ideas! :D Ein Hoch auf's Leben ;) und das folgen unserer Herzen und Träume :) Ich wünsche dir viel Glück und viel Schönes auf deiner Reise!

6/29/2016 10:13:05 am

Klasse Sandra! Wahnsinn was du für eine Entscheidung getroffen hast, echt mutig! Wie schön von dir zu hören und dass du ein Teil deiner Story teilst. Toll dass wir uns zusammen auf die Reise wagen das Leben zu führen das uns wirklich von Herzen erfüllt. Ich bin mir sicher dass es dir auch nicht immer leicht gefallen ist. Aber umso besser fühlt man sich wenn man zurück blickt, oder?
Hast du noch einen Tipp für mich für die 'ersten Schritte'?
Liebe Grüße

bernadette

6/29/2016 07:19:46 am

super Lisa, t was altijd super om met jou te filosoferen over de 'dingen' in t leven. heb jouw reizen via fb gevolgd. volg je droom dan haal je het beste uit jezelf. veel succes

6/29/2016 10:07:45 am

Dankje Bernadette voor de bemoediging. Hopelijk tot snel een keertje :)

Gaby

6/29/2016 04:34:16 pm

Ach, Lisaschatz, ich bin ja sooo stolz auf dich, wie eine Mama es nur sein kann! Du bist so mutig, phantasievoll, ausdrucksstark, leidenschaftlich, talentiert, mitreißend ... Es ist einfach wunderbar, deine großartige Entwicklung mitzukriegen . Ich kann so viel von dir lernen! Danke, dass du mich mitnimmst auf deine Reise! I'm a captive fan und werde dich weiterhin unterstützen so gut ich kann. Go Lisa, go!!!

7/1/2016 08:23:22 pm

Dank dir! Es fühlt sich gut an, dass du mich unterstützt. Das ist so wichtig für mich. Ich werde dich brauchen, wenn die ersten Schwierigkeiten kommen :)

JL link

7/13/2016 11:36:52 am

"My dream didn't fit my German inner critic, which loves the idea of a life that is all about secutity, a proper job and a stable income. (...) As an introverted perfectionist, sharing something with the world that is less than 100% makes me nervous."

THIS! I know this. Must be the german genes ;) But well, I did study something with a rather little chance of ever having a stable income AND I do also have a very imperfect blog up and running (though it's really neglected at the moment because.. well... I can't decide what to post there :D) We seem to have much in common! Good luck to you!

7/14/2016 06:26:16 pm

Thanks for your many supporting comments. It feels so good to realize I am not alone out there struggling ;) And I love your blog and photography Janina!

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