BYS 08/26/23 π¨ Stir Things Up
Many rewards in life come to those who break the rules.
Sometimes getting into just a little bit of trouble can be the gateway to a richer more fulfilling life.
Be a rebel. Read today's Big Yellow Sticky...
What Kind Of Trouble Can You Stir Up Today?
Getting into a little bit of trouble can often be the catalyst for personal growth and self-discovery.
It's those moments of slight rebellion and stepping outside your comfort zone that allow you to push boundaries and test limits.
Think back to that time when you decided to sneak out with your friends past curfew or take a spontaneous road trip without a clear plan. Your actions might have raised a few eyebrows or led to some minor mishaps, but those experiences are the ones that etch memories into your soul. They teach you to be adaptable, resourceful, and to find joy in the unexpected.
Sometimes it's the mischief that reminds you that life is meant to be lived, not just observed from the sidelines.
The Beatles groundbreaking album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" is a prime example of taking a rule-breaking approach, because the band incorporated innovative studio techniques and eclectic musical influences that not only resulted in a successful album, but changed the music landscape and influenced generations of artists.
Rosa Parks refused to follow the rules and give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger in defiance of the segregation laws. Her act of civil disobedience led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement that ultimately resulted in the desegregation of public transportation in Montgomery, Alabama and served as a catalyst for the broader struggle for civil rights in the United States.
While I'm not advocating for reckless behavior, I do encourage you to occasionally stray from the straight and narrow. Break a few rules, color outside the lines, and challenge the status quo. These deviations spark creativity, foster resilience, and ultimately help you to understand yourself better.
The next time you find yourself on the brink of a minor misadventure, don't shy away -- Embrace it.
Break the rules with Big Yellow Sticky.
Works of art art supposed to be painted by artists on canvas. Important literary works need to be produced by book publishers and sold to the masses. Handwriting my mini motivational messages on yellow Post-It notes posting them to the internet is my way of breaking the traditional rules of art and publishing. Thanks for being part of my rebel alliance!
I'll return to tomorrow with a brand new Big Yellow Sticky...