Your Art Matters

Can I buy your artwork?? We often don't hear this question in the early stages of someone deciding if they want to buy from us. This question remains in the buyer's mind.

So, we need to answer this question before they ask it.

Considering your customer journey and how easy it is to find information that helps the buyer decide if they want to buy.

I break down the customer journey in this week's podcast, you can listen in 15 mins, read or watch on double speed here:

>> CAN I BUY YOUR ARTWORK PODCAST

If you want to sign up for our next event mentioned in this podcast, click here:

>> START SELLING YOUR ART

Last week, I fell on a steep mountain of snow and got stuck.

I was skiing and took a tumble that then led me to realise that in life, when we are faced with a challenge we can often choose actions that feel right but we are doing them because we are in a state of desperation of panic.

Especially true when it comes to making money and selling art. We can find ourselves trying all sorts of things because we feel we have to..

Perfecting a website

Getting into a gallery

Winning an award

We can go down roads that just aren't right and even worse is when things don't work, we then escalate the thoughts into panic. What if I lose all my money? What if I never make it as an artist and all if this wastes my time?

I was stuck on a mountain having the same thoughts, and I share the power of a tiny action that is usually staring us in the face but we are focusing on all the wrong things, so can't see it!

YOUR ART MATTERS BOOK

In this episode, I mention the Your Art Matters book that is out now, you can buy your copy here:

>> https://yourartmatters.com

Ever feel completely overwhelmed, like you have no idea what day it is? Same. But over the years, I've built a safety net that helps me go from chaos to clarity—and today, I want to share it with you.

In this episode, I'll walk you through the exact system I use to stay on track when everything feels like it's falling apart—and how you can create your own.

Struggling with guilt when making art? You're not alone. This episode explores why creative guilt happens and how to overcome it. Learn to remind yourself why your art matters, set boundaries with unsupportive people, and recognise that guilt often comes from within.

Your art is important—don't let criticism or self-doubt hold you back. Listen to discover how to create without guilt.

I share everything I did to overcome my many years of financial struggle and finally surpass my BEST financial goals.

From:

• How to set financial goals

• How to approach money goals

• How to work out what you need to make to hit your goals

• The steps you need to take after you have created a money goal.

This was a live podcast and part of our Design Your Life series.

Would you like to learn how to start selling your art?

Click here for our Start Selling Your Art workshop with a pricing bonus!

>> START SELLING YOUR ART

Today, we're diving into the power of reflection as we review 2024 together. Using the reflection worksheet, we'll explore how looking back helps us understand our journey and make intentional strides toward what's next.

As Steve Jobs said, "You cannot connect the dots looking forward. You can only connect the dots looking backwards."

Reflection isn't just about nostalgia – it's about growth. It's what helped Lindsay look back at 2021 and realise she had achieved more than she ever imagined. And Lisa? She returns to this process year after year, pinching herself as she lives as she designed.

Join me as we uncover your wins, learn from the challenges, and prepare for the event that will shape your future: Design Your Life in 3 Days – Vision, Plan, Action, starting January 20th. Ready to connect your dots? Let's get started.

If you haven't signed up for the event yet, click here: https://unitedartspace.lpages.co/byy/

We will send you the prep straight away so you can get started today.

Happy New Year!

We are excited to kick off 2025 with our FREE event this month. Here are the details:

WHAT: DESIGN YOUR LIFE IN 3 DAYS (Best Year Yet)

WHEN: 20th - 222nd Jan (live reflection on 13th Jan)

WHERE: Live on our FB and YT channels with replays available until 26th Jan.

HOW MUCH: This event is free, but there is an option to upgrade and unlock resources and extra bonuses.

You have the power to design your own life, and during this event, we will show you how to:

• Reflect on the past and use it to design your future

• Create a vision using a good, better, best framework

• Create a plan and habits that actually carry you through the year and not just January

This event is about setting you up with a mindset that believes anything is possible and gives you a can-do attitude.

We want you to feel connected to what you truly want from 2025 and give you practical steps on how to get there.

Click here to learn more and sign up for your free ticket:

>> GRAB YOUR FREE TICKET HERE

Here is a Happy New Year Podcast for you,

>> WATCH, LISTEN OR READ HERE

P.S. Next Monday, you can join us for a live podcast where we will start the Best Year Yet process and reflect on 2024 together so we can choose what we want to bring forward into 2025.

Click the links below to request a reminder:

>> FACEBOOK REMINDER

>> YOUTUBE REMINDER

If you want help creating a vision for 2025, you are invited to join our annual Best Year Yet workshop where thousands of us come together to connect with what is most important to us and find out ways to design our lives with intention.

It's one of my favourite events as we all get clear on our top 3 for the year and remove overwhelm.

We start on 20th Jan, and you can sign up here:

>> SIGN UP FOR THE EVENT HERE

THE 3 MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF

In this week's podcast, I share three questions you can ask yourself as you head into 2025.

What do you want to experience?

How do you want to learn/grow?

How do you want to contribute to the world?

I speak about these three questions in this week's podcast:

>> LISTEN, READ, WATCH HERE

I know for many, this time of year is hectic, so I am landing in your inbox with a gentle question to ask yourself as you prepare for the New Year.

What do you want to leave behind in 2024?

What do you want to take forward into 2025?

OK, two questions - but two really lovely questions I ponder this time of year so I get clearer on what I truly want.

BEST YEAR YET

Our annual FREE event is happening 20th Jan onwards - this is such a brilliant event where thousands of people from around the world come together to set intentions for the coming 12 months. It's a workshop to help you live on purpose instead of letting life happen to you.

A workshop is full of positivity, inspiration and practical actions you can take to design your life and plan your future.

If you have already planned out your year, like me it's still a fab event for getting crystal clear on blocks getting in your way or getting clear on your next 3 steps.

I love this event so much as I am living a life I have designed, and I work on it often.

>>> SIGN UP HERE

ARE YOU A UAS HUB MEMBER????

If you are a member of United ArtSpace, you get a free upgrade to this event. Please check the Circle announcements posts for more information.

>> CIRCLE ANNOUNCEMENT

At this time of year, I head into a slight panic. I feel the pressure of all the tasks, gifts, school plays, all the school activities that require payment, the list goes on.

I then start to feel anxious about the lack of funds and lack of time. It can send me into a panic, and when I feel this happening, I like to turn it around quickly. Otherwise, I end up in the maze. You know the maze? When you're in there, it takes ages to get out and you literally go around in circles with the same destructive thoughts.

To overcome these feelings, I return to mindset work and connecting with my vision, gratitude and abundance as opposed to lack, scarcity and fear.

I am on day 8 and I can't tell you how much better I feel in all aspects of my life already!!!!

In today's episode, I read a statement from The Abundance Book written by John Randolph Price that I am following:

"Money is not my supply. No person, place or condition is my supply. My awareness, understanding, and knowledge of the all-providing activity of the Divine Mind within me is my supply. My consciousness of this Truth is unlimited, therefore, my supply is unlimited."

I share all in today's episode.

Have a great week,

Michelle