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I loved the process of editing the original picture for this quote image. I first settled on this effect above. I thought it mimicked the feeling that these words bring to me.
I do not have any training or skills for editing. While playing around with tools further I stumbled upon more dramatic effects that could be created. Another version of this above image got more appreciated by few friends and family that I shared with, while comparing the 2.
They actually made me feel very proud of my patience and creativity in getting those results. They convinced me of no other choice but to post that one because of how good it was. I truly enjoyed their excitement …until I was about to publish this post.
Both the versions with exact same picture and words invoked a very different feeling. What I had landed at originally, and posted above, seemed to come from a gentle quiet mind. The other felt loud and from a crowded mind.
I shared my dilemma and I am told to be willing to disappoint my dear ones but not to disappoint myself. I decided to stay true to myself and post my choice.
I am smiling in wonder about how my choices get shaped with what the opinions of my close ones are. I wonder how it is going to be, to keep moving forward with how I feel versus what seems more appreciated or attractive in the world in general.
For now I am sharing with you exactly how I feel and nothing more π Please let me know what you think about the image & quote above.
I canβt help but like what you yourself are happy with!
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Thank you Ka. It simply feels peaceful not to have to argue with myself π
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I love the nature background
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Thank you π I do too!
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I am glad that you move through the decisions and landed on what makes you most content. As a Creative, that is important. I love both the image and the words, Pragal.
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Yes, it did surprise me to discover I was reluctant to post the other π Thank you Tre.
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You’re very much welcome.
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Kudos on staying with what most resonates for you. Nice photo and words. And I’m always a fan of peaceful choices. π
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It is so amazing how the peace we feel helps us recognize our true choices π Thank you for your thoughtful words.
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Great shot and lovely words, glad you asserted yourself, that’s so important with creativity .. it must have taken much patience, so please continue to be honest with yourself Pragalbha β€
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Thank you for appreciating and your support! I hadn’t realized my reluctance to post the other until it was time to post π
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got to listen to your own instinct … this is indeed beautiful π
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Beautiful scenery and perfect words of inspiration, Pragal. Very interesting.
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Thank you so much! I am happy you think so.
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Welcome dear Pragal
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Image and quote are beautiful. π
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Thank you very much!
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You’re welcome.
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Very beautiful photo and words.
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Thank you so much for your appreciation.
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Our heart knows what it wants …. beautiful quote and image too
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True π Thank you very much.
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My pleasure π
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Beautiful picture and quote. It is extremely powerful photo made more powerful with the words. How free one feels at the same time missing that person.
I am so curious to see the other picture.
Additionally, curious on how you edit photos, what tools you use.
Happy sunday. Happy week a head. I am excited for this week as my new blogging schedule starts wednesday 6th march But i fell ill again this wednesday. ππ€
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I feel so happy to know how much you like the photo and the words together π thank you!
I use the default software from Windows 10 for the editing. Don’t know much but play around until I like what I land with.
Yeah the other one … I wonder when it will ask to be shared π I felt it crowded to share both π
I truly wish you recover the soonest and get back to all that brings you Joy!
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I love the process you went through to get ‘here’, I appreciate this image/words even more for knowing this.
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Your comment gave me a smile π Thank you.
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π . You’re welcome!
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I think you made a wise choice on pleasing yourself dear Pragalbha, I see from the image It to speaks deeply.. What is a beach without its ocean and what is an ocean without its beach.. While one may yield freedom of movement, they are both entwined and neither are complete without each other.. And how empty a beach without its ocean..
I know how time consuming these kind of edits are, having recently practised a few myself . And you made the right choice to please what pleased YOU.. π much love your way β€
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PS, I meant to add, And what is Self without knowing the love of Self.. π
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This post actually is so many levels of Mixed Feelings that way π And how aptly you bring out the seeming polarities that exist within and out there …they complete each other.
Only because my dear ones were so kind to give me their opinion yet also give me the space with love to make my choice …it was for me to discover my true feeling.
How we want people in our lives …yet freedom from how they bind us …
Thank you so much appreciating and taking the time with me to indulge in these thoughts π
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My pleasure entirely Pragalbha. Much love and may you continue to grow into that space you create into being my friend β€
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Heyyy!
Everyone has went through this feeling once in a while. Can truly relate.
Btw, the picture and the quote is great.
I was browsing through the reader’s section and just dropped by this blog.
This is the first piece of content from your blog, was worth the read. Will look out for more.
-Akshay.
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Thank you so much for kindly visiting and appreciating this post! I truly wish you stay connected. I look forward to knowing your work.
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Likewise!β₯οΈ
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creation is a spark from your heart
words on a space
a fine start
pray
continue sister!
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Your thoughtfulness words always bring me joy and it was sweet to be addressed as sister π Thank you.
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When the words are your own, it is the picture that speaks those words back to you which serves the visual purpose the best…π
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Isn’t that beautiful to find a picture that speaks our words as if making it all whole in meaning? π Thank you for your thoughtful comment.
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It is so important to stay true to yourself and speak in your own voice – I am so glad you have gone with your original choice Pragalbha ππ xxx
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Thank you for this appreciation and support π
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I love doing what I prefer to do, and certainly make decisions based on my senses. I think it’s a good plan, and has served me well. If you are in a place and time in your life where you’re cool with choosing your own path, and living by your own playbook…Hallelujah!
May your present stance serve you well.
Now, if a branch in the sand on a beach is what you see as befitting this quote, then I’m glad you chose one that seems to have its arms up dancing, ’cause yes, dancing is freedom!
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I loved how you interpreted the tree as dancing with freedom π
Yes, I am forever learning to follow my own voice, while I am so conditioned to tune into other’s voice. Thank you so much for your encouraging support always!
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Not too long ago, I sat and wrote out my list of values. FREEDOM was at the top! To me, itβs the most important. Of course, like every other value I have it comes with right timing, life experience, paced momentum, certain consequences, and above all flexibility!π€
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I so agree with you about how these values come to us. Some of them are a life long learning to me. I recognize how much I value freedom yet tend to make choices that keep me from exploring with freedom …a comfort zone I keep choosing.
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A comfort zone you keep choosing…for now. Apparently, it serves you right now. When it no longer does, I believe youβll move into a βnewβ & more βcomfortableβ space. Just you wait and see!π€
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Thank you so much π I truly appreciate your positive and encouraging support in being where and how I am now.
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This is something I’ve thought about often. I have noticed how much my opinions are questioned when thinking about what’s popular in society or what my friends prefer. I think it’s so important to stick to our own ideas when we feel really passionate about something. The photo is very beautiful and I love the words you chose. π
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So true Laura, I think I keep learning this lesson repeatedly through big and small ways π Thank you, I am glad you liked the photo and my words.
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I wonder what it is about the other image that your loved ones prefer. You’ve expressed your mixed feelings so clearly, Pragalbha.
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There was a lot to appreciate about the other one, yet it simply changed the feeling with which these words came to me …gave it a different mood π I considered sharing both but then again that would have meddled with this original thought of the post. I am a bit celebrating my ability to keep it aside for now …perhaps it will find a perfect timing to be shared π Thank you for appreciating Magarisa.
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I’m glad to share in your celebration, my friend. π
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Good for you, and us too. Stick to what you feel inside, and what gives you fulfillment. Beautiful words and image. π
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Thank you very much for your kind visit and appreciation π
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Gladly. π
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Isn’t this kind of freedom in itself your choice, decision is relating to your quote too. We all unknowingly keep making choices on base of what our loved ones like wothout realising sometimes. But that too is a form of love. I love your quote, picture and light that you unknowingly threw with your simple words. ππ
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Yes Meenakshi I was pleasantly surprised how the Mixed Feelings continued in to how this post got created. It is indeed a form of Love. And it is a blessing to be able to honor our choices with that love intact. Thank you so much for such thoughtful and loving appreciation π
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You are most welcome Pragal! I visited WP after a long time and good to read your beautiful thoughts!
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I was truly happy to see you visit, just missed mentioning that π
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I love the setting it gives a feel of gentleness the shallow waves are also gentle with the flow of feelings of being apart and missing.
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I love it that you see how the ocean represents the flow of emotions. Thank you so much for your lovely comment.
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Always go with your heart dear as you have done. But sometimes the heart is wise enough to confuse us to go behind appreciations and fame..
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True what you say Akhila π Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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Pleasure …stay good
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Both, the image and the quote are absolutely charming.
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Thank you Moushmi π
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Staying true to yourself, no matter what others say, is the only way to live and to BE. I LOVE the effects of what you created, Prag. I also “get” your quote as I am the type of personality where I absolutely, as an artist, and individual need my space. Keep on experimenting in your editing room. That is how to learn …. hands on and curiosity …. oooooo let’s see what this slider or button does. LOL Great post!! Thank you! π¦π¦π¦
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Amy what a joy in how you join in and increase my enthusiasm in this child-like process of editing and creating this post π You GET it and that makes me so happy as always! Thank you very much my friend.
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You are very welcome! Yes I absolutely “get” it. XOXO
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Beautiful picture and quote π
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Thank you for your kind visit and appreciation.
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Lovely quote and snap.
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Thank you very much.
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Welcome
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Beautiful. Glad you chose what is a reflection of your personality Pragalbha π
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And that felt beautiful how you said it π Thank you Radhika.
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Hi pragalbha,
Sometimes you just need to go with your gut feel of what feels right and resonates within. You have done it π
I loved this pic and the quite !!π
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Thank you Deepika for this lovely appreciation π
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This is deepika from Deepikas ramblings.. seem to be facing some issue with accessing your page..π€
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Oh thanks for letting me know it’s you. Hopefully wp sets itself right for your next visit π
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an interesting reflection
upon relations, dear one.
but who am i
to know
any better? π
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Thank you π
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I think you did a wonderful job with the editng of the image.
It’s always great to explore new creative outlets.
And I know any you would chose, would be positive and bright.
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Thank you very much for this always positive and kind feedback π
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