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The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard): 10 Guides to Creative Inspiration for Artists, Poets, Lovers and Other Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence

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Despite the catchy title and Badonsky's sense of humor, this book is far from fluff. Because I make my living as a writer, paying rent and buying groceries depend on being able to tap into my creativity every day. Some days are more difficult than others. Some days, if I didn't laugh, I'd cry. This book helped me to lighten up and allow my creativity to flow, rather than trying to force it out of of myself. I loved Arnold, the bodyguard. He reminded me that my tender, young ideas do need protection. I recommend this book to others who create professionally as well as those who are exploring creativity as a way of self expression.

This is the freshest guide to open one's creativity & enjoy the world of discovering your true potential. If you often stumble or put-off creative endeavors in your life, these muses will amuse you & pinpoint your block. Once you pinpoint your blockage, the fun words & exercises will knock it out of your way. Enjoy this mastery of Jill Badonsky's cleverness in creating the avenue to your own creativity. The Nine Modern Day Muses is kept on my bedside table to keep my creative juices flowing....which is also now keeping my life flowing. My life is creativity & creativity is now my life thanks to Jill Badonsky's Muses.

If you're looking for your own team of personal coaches, then this is the book for you. Author Jill Badonsky has taken the concept of the nine muses of Greek mythology, and turned them into personalities that resonate in the modern world. The book not only outlines principals for tapping into your creative power, but includes hands-on exercises as well.

Having a writer's block? Call upon Albert who encourages you to try something different. When you're feeling stressed out, then Bea Silly is the muse for you-- she tells you its time to go out and play. If you're worried about what other people think, you need Audacity, or Muse Song, who keeps track of your accomplishments and reminds you of your unique gifts. And when you're sure you don't have enough time to finish that novel, prepare that business plan, or finish that watercolor... Marge will tell you to start with just 15 minutes a day.

Each chapter introduces a new muse, and includes exercises to help you tap into the power of that muse.

One of my favorite muses is Shadow who actually gives you permission to have negative thoughts. From doing expressive drawings of your own shadow, to writing letters expressing your anger, the exercises in this chapter teach you to harness the power of those negative thoughts by channeling them into art or by releasing them.

I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to live more creatively whether in writing and visual arts or in endeavors such as running a business or raising a family. The principals outlined in this book apply to all "Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence." And the best part is, the information is imparted in a fun and whimsical way.

I just finished Jill Badonsky's new book. What an incredible catalyst to stimulate creative thought and energy! The muses of greek mythology-- such as Calliope and Terpsichore-- have been playfully and skillfully tranformed by Jill into Modern Day Muses with names such as Bea Silly and Spills the Imp. The book explores the roadblocks to tapping into your own creativity, and then provides fun, unique and concrete exercises to jackhammer them away. This one is a "keeper"- a treasured addition to the library of any person who understands that creativity is oxygen for the soul!

I have so enjoyed reading and working through this book and found it useful, but entertaining at the same time (how many things can you say THAT about?).

I've been formulating in my mind what I wanted to write here, about why this is such a great book and great approach, but every single attribute I wanted to highlight has already been expressed; and I don't wish to be redundant LOL!

Simply put, it isn't for artistes only, and it will add sparkle and personal depth to your daily existence. Definitely worth the money.

First of all, the book itself is awesome! It is THIS EDITION (iUniverse) that lacks all the book has to offer. This print on demand copy has no color and no whimsy that defines the original (which I was expecting). I was so disappointed that I went elsewhere to purchase another copy in order to get all of the illustrations, wonderful color fonts, drawings and "muse maps" that make this book so special. So when ordering, BEWARE and make sure you get the original!

If you haven't yet had the privilege of reading Jill Badonsky's magnificently motivating book The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard) you MUST find a copy and read it.

A Master Muse of our time...Jill Badonsky is a witty , sometimes wickedly irreverent, delightful and brainy Tinkerbellesque Warrior of the creative enchanted mind; illuminating the magic and possibility of creative ideas, visions and artistic dreams. This is a writer that not only walks her talk...she lives it.

The Nine Modern Day Muses gives you serious tools to take your dreams and your goals from imagination to reality. This brilliant and delicious recipe is that of an intellectual gourmand with a sense of humor. Ms. Badonsky shares cutting-edge psychological technologies, specific exercises and the extraordinary power of guided imagery to aid us in winning the battle against self-sabotage and marauding inner critics. Add to that a dash of whimsy and several pinches of joyful, motivational merriment and you have a reference that takes significant information and presents it with a sense of ease and FUN!

You will find yourself picking up this timeless creative classic again and again and again. There is a mysterious energetic resonance that infuses THE NINE MODERN DAY MUSES. With each read, no matter what page you may choose, the book seems to reveal another layer of excellent information; as though the Muse Faerie Scholars come out when it's on the shelf and add more dazzling, thought-provoking ideas!

This is NOT just a book for Artists, Craftspeople, Poets, Writers and Lovers. This is a book for EVERY HUMAN BEING. We are all students of ourselves.

JILL BADONSKY'S THE NINE MODERN DAY MUSES (and a Bodyguard) will lovingly speak in non-judgmental voices and persuade you to consider the power of yourself...the Wildchild you still are... and the inimitable gifts you have to share with our world.

Post Script: A SECRET...The latest word on the streets of Museopolis is that Jill Badonsky and her Muses are soon to launch another inspirational and brilliant morsel...The AWE-MANAC. Keep your eyes open for it this September!

This book is not only for artists, but for anyone wanting to get the most out of life and live more creatively. There are ideas to inspire you, deal with your inner critic, face fears, learn not to take yourself so seriously, etc. This book is so much fun. I laughed out loud many times, and had to explain to my husband what was so funny.

I used to think that creativity was just for professional artists, writers and performers. Boy, was I wrong! Jill Badonsky's Nine Modern Day Muses and a Bodyguard helped me to discover that creativity is just another name for having fun. Jill's book is an entertaining and humorous adventure into the creative process. The book is practical and informative with simple and easy exercises that cleverly coaxed me into being creative. I was so busy having fun, I forgot about trying to be creative. In no time, I was amazed at how creative I could be. If you already enjoy your creativity, the Muses will inspire you to more fully explore the inifinite universe of creative possibilities. If you don't think that you are creative at all, I am warning you, the Muses will prove you wrong.

Many of us come to writing/art wearing angst and sophisticated black, wondering why we're blocked. The Modern Day muses just cluck and giggle and gently lead us into the garden of creativity where we're urged to run and play and yes, lighten up! It works. If you've done the Artist's Way and cleared away the monsters, then you are ready for the next great adventure: come play with us!!! Thanks to this book, I've seen my words performed on stage in New York. What's your dream?