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What does it mean?
At peak moments of excitement, the artist feels their creation is uniquely beautiful and important.
In plain terms
Enthusiasm makes work feel uniquely special.
What can you take from it?
Trust your excitement about your creations.

Where it applies

  • finishing a project
  • feeling inspired
  • sharing work

Putting it to work

  • trust your creative moments
  • celebrate progress

Questions to consider

  • When do you feel most proud?
  • How do you measure importance?

Another view

Such feelings can be subjective and fleeting.

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