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Inspiration Sandwich: Stories to Inspire Our Creative Freedom
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S.A.R.K.
Sark's first book, A CREATIVE COMPANION, has charmed all who come across it, so we were delighted when she came back to us with this collection of 43 ways to awaken your creative self—including "invite someone dangerous to tea," "take lots of naps," and "make friends with freedom and uncertainty." As the author puts it, "This book is food for your soul, and a bubble bath f...more
Paperback, 176 pages
Published
September 1st 1992
by Celestial Arts
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SARK ~ Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy ~ created this vibrantly hued rainbow of a fun book in 1992. She is serious about offering Stories to Inspire Our Creative Freedom, and so opens her life authentically to us, on every handwritten page of text(!)
On page 67, she writes: "I think it's possible to forget how alive we really are. We can become dry and tired, just existing, instead of really living. We need to remind ourselves of the juice of life, and make that a habit. Find those places inside that...more
On page 67, she writes: "I think it's possible to forget how alive we really are. We can become dry and tired, just existing, instead of really living. We need to remind ourselves of the juice of life, and make that a habit. Find those places inside that...more
Aug 09, 2010
Jessica
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Anyone. I think her stories can relate to almost anyone.
I found this book in a box of free stuff on the side of the road. It was colorful and neat looking so I grabbed it.
I started reading it when I got home and I loved the fact that you can read it in any order that you want.
I used her "tip" at the beginning and started from chapter 42 and read it backwards from there.
I really enjoyed her stories she shared about her life. & also some of the things she told you to do, such as take a miracle walk or swing on a swing-set at midnight.
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I started reading it when I got home and I loved the fact that you can read it in any order that you want.
I used her "tip" at the beginning and started from chapter 42 and read it backwards from there.
I really enjoyed her stories she shared about her life. & also some of the things she told you to do, such as take a miracle walk or swing on a swing-set at midnight.
I love doing...more
My friend Sue lent me this book, it is so much fun! It can be read over and over again, and you must be in your pajamas while reading! SARK is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and her healing journey brought her to discover her own imagination and creativeness. She nurtures the artist in all of us and reminds us to do what we love and not worry about it. My favorite line is when she opens her empty refrigerator and asks "Who lives here? Don't they buy food?"
My initial reaction to this book was "Oh god not a stupid fluffy bunny book." I thought it would be really a really vapid book with all the worst aspects of new age literature about creativity. Instead, I found this to be an interesting book about creativity, having a creative life, and the difficulties you'll encounter. This is probably my favorite of SARK's books.
What I needed this past few weeks was to be reminded that I am good with miracles. That they come to me in all shapes and sizes and this book helped with that immensely! It is easy to forget that! On page 25 she say "Learn to step lightly from miracle to miracle." Pick this book up immediately and read it if you need help or inspiration!
I was trying to come up with a treat-yourself book for my MOPS newsletter, and remembered this one from high school. Care, did you give it to me? I can't remember now. But it's fun and and perfect light read for an evening on the couch, curled up in a blanket with a cuppa tea or bottle of wine. Indulge!
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Comfort food for the soul in the BEST way, made of inspiration, bright words, encouragement & excitement. It's one of those books you return to your bookshelf after reading, knowing it's not the last time you'll page through it and come away feeling happily satisfied... & utterly inspired.
SARK books always inspire and uplift me. There were so many pieces of this book that really resonated with me.... my two favorites: the "Imagine Yourself Magic" chapter and her "Dogs are Miracles with Paws" page!
This is one of my favorite books. I acquired it years ago and I continue to read it over and over to inspire my creative freedom. It makes a great gift and I highly recommend it to everyone especially artists.
This is my favorite Sark book that I have read, except maybe the one about napping. It makes me want to get out the finger paints and make a big mess!
I would love to read a memoir written by SARK. The autobiographical portions of this book were the most interesting/inspiring to me.
Jan 08, 2013
Anne
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It a very easy read done in a great arty style and it made me reflect on the good of my life plenty of thoughts to journal from as well
Go creative freedom.
Makes me want to tear up paper and collage, paint in scanty clothing and go camping without a tent.
Makes me want to tear up paper and collage, paint in scanty clothing and go camping without a tent.
I was given this book when I was in a creative slump. The book's color gave me visual cheer and the message lifted me.
VERY Northern Cali/Bay Area. Fondly reminded me of some of the colorful Santa Cruz & Berkeley characters.
I could NOT get into reading this book. I found the style (written in chicken scratch) nearly impossible.
If you need a pick me up, this is your book. Creative suggestions to make life fun and meaningful
I love SARK...read this awhile ago and bought it again in December to give to Amber for Christmas.
Such an emotionally entertaining author. Always makes you want to get back up on the horse.
Inspiration for living life authentically with shame, doubt or regrets.
Fabulous! I love all of Sark's books, each one is so inspirational.
as far as comfy inspiring books go, this one takes the pie.
one of my favorite books to bring a smile to my face!
Not sure it worked.... still not making art.
Very interseting.
Feb 08, 2013
Madison Best
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AMAZING!
I found this book sitting on a table in the lobby of a doctor's office, buried under fashion magazines. Not being one who frequently reads magazines, I picked the book up instead and fell in love within the first ten pages. Sark is an incredibly talented author with the kind of creative vision I longed for as a child. I recently purchased several other of her books as well as a journal and will hopefully one day be able to inspire others as she does in such a seemingly easy fashion.
Love, love, love this book! It's an upbeat break from the usual and always manages to bring a smile to my face. SARK writes from the heart and at the same time opens the reader's heart up. I feel like this is a great read for anyone who needs some uplifting.
It's been awhile since I've read a book by SARK. I love her creativity, her exuberance for life, and her ability to believe in miracles. It's a reminder also to not take ourselves too seriously and to remember that childlike wonder for life . She has great ideas to jumpstart your own creativity and reminders of what a grand adventure life is. Plus she's a firm believer in pajamas and naps. Viva SARK!!
May 08, 2007
Erin
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Everyone with an artistic side
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I first found this book when I was working at a bankrupt theatre back in the 90s...and as I read it in a bookstore I was instantly uplifted and reminded why I love this crazy business. I re-read it every year or so when I need reminded....perhaps I should pick it up again. (Oh, and my copy is signed by SARK to me, from a book reading I went to back in 2001 or so.) I also own 5 or so other SARK books.
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SARK (a.k.a. Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) is an American author and illustrator of self-help books. Five of her sixteen books have been national bestsellers, and she has sold more than two million copies of her books.
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