What Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun taught me about Trusting Myself

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Discover the inspiring story of Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun—royal portrait artist, mother, and survivor of revolution. This episode is for moms balancing creativity, confidence, and the challenges of raising young adults. Learn how one woman painted her way through fear and found courage in every brushstroke.

Takeaways:

👉🏼 Elisabeth's life exemplifies talent and resourcefulness.

👉🏼 Art can provide healing and distraction from woes.

👉🏼 Self-image is within our control and affects confidence.

👉🏼 Engaging conversations can enhance relationships.

👉🏼 Motherhood often involves navigating heartbreak and estrangement.

👉🏼 Children's choices can lead to unexpected paths.

👉🏼 Resilience is key to personal growth and reinvention.

👉🏼 Creativity should be encouraged, even if it makes a mess.

👉🏼 Focusing on positive qualities fosters compassion and understanding.

👉🏼 Courage and adaptability are essential for success.

Chapters:

00:00 The Artistic Legacy of Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun

01:51 Giving Children a Space to Be Creative

04:04 How Beauty Relates to Self-Confidence

07:05 How to be a Good Conversationalist

09:29 Painting the Best Parts of Royalty

10:55 Navigating Relationships and Boundaries

12:37 When Children Become Young Adults

17:11 Elisabeth's Legacy

Mentioned in the Show:

Psycho-Cybernetics: Updated and Expanded

"Souvenirs of Madame Vigée Le Brun" by Louise-Elisabeth Vigée-Lebrun.

The Rise & Fall of Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun - Europe's First Modern Woman | Part 1 | Free Documentary

The Rise & Fall of Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun - Europe's First Modern Woman | Part 2 | Free Documentary

“Discovering Joy: Creativity Lessons from Clara Schumann”

Wiki Art

"How To Have Hard Conversations with Your Kids"

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