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The Visual Ning

I wish I could be of more help here, but I am both new to this site and new to having a minimal practice. I only just ordered Ken's book. I didn't realize when I first began uploading images of my ar…

Tagged: Art, Video, Photography

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Ellen Fishman commented on Kate Kiernan's album 'My Artwork'

Hi Kate, Enjoyed looking at your artwork and reading your main page. Thank you for sharing . It must be painful at times, yet some of your artwork is quite joyous. Sounds like you are moving into some balance. Namaste, Ellen

November 13

Kate Kiernan replied to Tracy's discussion 'The Visual Unmind Ning'

November 11

Kate Kiernan commented on Kate Kiernan's photo 'Self-Portrait'

Thank you Ann and thanks for reaching out to me. I appreciate it. I've been busy the last couple of days, but will get involved soon.

November 8

Ann Braun commented on Kate Kiernan's photo 'Self-Portrait'

Thank you for sharing this album Kate --I find the self-portrait particularly moving --it's something about how you have rendered the facial lines................

November 8

Kate Kiernan updated their profile

November 8

Kate Kiernan added 32 photos to the album 'My Artwork'

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Profile Information

Practice level

beginning (<6 mo)

About Me:

I am an artist who suffers from schizophrenia, but I have been in recovery for about 7 years in a large part due to the practice of having compassion for myself and my voices. I also believe strongly in being medication compliant, working with a therapist and mental health support groups and staying as creative as possible. I'm committed to being honest about my condition in the hopes that I can do my part to de-stigmatize serious mental illnesses and to encourage others that recovery is possible.

Website:

http://www.artid.com/SecondSight

What brought you to the Unfettered Mind community site?

I just ordered Ken's book and I have been looking for a forum to join where I can talk to others about my practice and theirs. I am particularly interested in Lojong, though I've been told that it is an intermediate practice and that I need a teacher. I won't be able to look for a teacher until next Spring, but I'm determined to begin nonetheless. I'm hoping that Ken's book and this forum might provide some basic support so that I continue with the practice.