Essential Muse is an offering in devotion to the masterpiece of our messy truths, created and curated by me – Michelle Bennington.
Years ago Essential Muse was sparked within me after a mentor suggested that finding inspiration in everything was a gift, and not something we’re all born with but rather birthed from my own self-creation and lived experiences.
I’ve come to realize since that my ability and desire to seek magic in the seemingly mundane is my way of balancing the chaos that also inherently exists. This place is a beautiful planet full of miraculous wonder wherever we’re willing to seek it, and also… the systems we’ve created are not aligned with always being able to focus on it. While we navigate the complexities of being human in this age of technological advancement and simultaneous environmental degradation, we need to be able to recognize the beauty that remains and consider ways we can enhance and refresh the wellbeing of ourselves and the world around us. It’s my hope that finding the space to honor this truth and sharing it openly will result in more moments to recognize it, both for myself and those I happen to reach.
Nature, art, words, music, movement, and connection all feel like windows. Windows I intend to let the light shine through, or witness the storm – if that is what is brewing. I offer imagery to enhance your view, focus on the beauty in front of you, or better visualize where you are going. It is my dream for the poetic portals that come through to feel like soothing medicine to myself, The Muse, and to you.
I’m here and I’m listening. I am always open to creative collaborations and creating the aesthetics you’re feeling called to. I truly appreciate you stopping by and I hope that inspiration finds you wherever you are today.
<3 Michelle