Listening is key

I was inspired to create this journal page after reading a college student’s first hand account of why he was walking for suicide prevention on his college campus. I was moved by his very eloquent yet heartbreaking words describing his journey. I couldn’t help but think of all the young men and women in my life, especially my own children.  

Often when I have high emotions, I turn to creativity as an outlet. I let everything go and work by intuition…not over thinking anything. Eventually I get to a place that the page starts to take a shape in the direction my mind was subconsciously heading.

I’ve always been told I’m a good listener by my friends. They often will turn to me to vent, gab, or problem solve. I may not always have a ton of advice but I do always have a shoulder to lend.

It is my wish that my children will find someone in their lives that will be able to do the same for them even if its not me. And that they have learned the skill of really listening. It is the key to so many things.

2 Thoughts on Listening is key
    Jo - Let's Art Journal
    16 Apr 2019
    8:16am

    Such beautiful pages! The layers that you created look amazing, so beautiful ?. Happy wishes! J ? x

    Bleubeard and Elizabeth--
    17 Apr 2019
    11:48am

    Not sure how I missed this, but my insane schedule may be what caused it. I am one who KNOWS what a good listener you are. Suicide is such a horrible and FINAL way to find the help a person needs. I’ve known two young people who committed suicide and it is not an idea I want to relive.

    This is a fabulous entry, dear Halle and I think your emotions serve you well.

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