I have tried forever to stop being vulnerable, but it's not going to happen, so, fuck it, I'll just embrace it. And how many times have I let myself be overwhelmed by fear, I can't even count. But always, I have found the determination to overcome it. Being exposed has made me the artist I am today and continues to be part of my daily existence. How else could I open my heart and create? Worrying about not being good enough or being terrified to start a new project brings out the anxiety. So I guess I’ll embrace that too. Being courageous has brought me rewards I will never forget. From being able to travel the globe to realizing I could handle trauma in my family with strength I didn't know I had. All I can hope for is that I continue to allow myself to be open. To face my fears and go on with audacity. Maybe when facing my very human nature, I strip off my armor and adopt tenacity and valor with an open heart. Maybe that is the ultimate act of bravery.
