Hey!

Welcome back to part 2 of our “konversation” with Karen! In Part 2, Karen expounds upon her understanding of confidence and what culture best creates that for us. We talked about having empathy for the artist, taking the lead on our own life narrative, and the importance of having a supportive community around us that we can lean on and ask for help. Having confidence is not always standard, but it's more earned from consistent lifestyle of self-care — having the right people around you giving you the right words can either save or hinder you.

We also talk a little bit about feedback: what it is, how to take it, and which feedback-givers (friends included) have your best interest at heart. Feedback can be tricky to navigate but just remember if someone is trying to clarify your work to make it stronger then its activating, but saying “i like” or “i don’t like” is actually passing judgement and even with the best of intentions, those comments do nothing to serve the art.

Karen is also gracious enough to share some of the her personal scars and lessons that she learned from starting her own business. It’s not all rosey — and patience for our mistakes is necessary. Lots to cover here! Hope you enjoy!

If you haven’t already checked out last week’s part 1 be sure to check that out here: https://youtu.be/Q7Jplud-FRs

Have a great rest of your week,

xox

Jeness

#dontquityourdaydream #progressoverperfection #artists

Below are some links to Karen’s materials:

Karen Elgersma Media:

https://www.karenelgersmamedia.com

Karen’s Shaw Farewell:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuMoFeunyY4

Karens Instagram:

@karenelgersmamedia

Konversations with Karen:

www.facebook.com/106627824060074/posts/305220374200817/?vh=e&d=n