“A line is a dot that went for a walk.”

One eye feels, the other one sees.

Our life journey starts with one step, and it will end with one last step… no matter how fast we go.

It is often said that life is a journey, not a destination; and that life is a marathon, not a sprint.

Pace matters.

In the vast canvas of life, each of us is like a dot, seemingly small and insignificant on its own. Paul Klee’s thought-provoking quote reminds us that life is indeed a creative journey that knows no bounds, where every step we take holds the promise of growth and transformation.

In this fast-paced world, we often find ourselves questioning whether the dot should run instead of walk, driven by the desire to finish quickly whatever is that we are doing or to be the first to reach a desired destination. But pause for a moment, and ask, "To finish what?" Is the purpose of our journey merely to reach the end, or is it about embracing the experience, finding meaning in every step, and creating something of value along the way?

Life's journey is a masterpiece of creation, woven together by purpose, context, and experimentation. The value of this journey lies not in the speed of the trajectory but in the impact of our creations. It is about how we touch lives, inspire others, and leave a mark on the world.

As we walk the path of creativity, we must recognize that we are not static dots. With every step we take, we grow, change, and evolve, and the dot we are at the beginning of the line is not the same as the dot that reaches the end of it. The growth we experience along the journey is transformational, and this is what we should truly embrace, the transformation for the better that comes with drawing our own line.

But we have to be intentional about it. It's essential to find balance and perspective amidst the hustle and bustle. Can we resist the temptation to be a running dot, constantly rushing forward without pausing to gain perspective? Instead, let us be mindful, understanding when to slow down to savor the beauty of the present moment and when to speed up to seize opportunities that come our way.

But wait! The completion of this idea lies in the rest of Paul Klee's words, "Art does not reproduce what we see; rather, it makes us see. One eye sees, the other feels." Our creative journey is not just about the final product we produce for the world to see. It's also about learning to see with new eyes, delving deep within ourselves to understand the emotions, thoughts, and experiences that shape our artistry.

In this intersection of outer forces and internal struggles, we find the essence of our creative journey. It is where we discover the unique blend of vision and emotion that defines our art. One eye sees the external world, while the other feels the depths of our soul.

Let us not be blinded by the desire to create meaning. Instead, let us open our eyes to the depth of what there is to see.

Embrace the journey, for it is not just a means to an end, but a celebration of life's creativity. With each step, let us paint the canvas of our existence, leaving behind a legacy that reflects the beauty of our artistic hearts. In the end, it's not just about the dot that went for a walk—it's about the masterpiece of life that we create along the way.

P.S. Before I go, here you have “The Treat,” where I share some of the music that kept me company while writing … Enjoy as you bid farewell to this post

“Lead yourself, Learn to live. Lead others, Learn to Build.”

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