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I'm Lisa Hsia, an independent writer and artist. This is my personal/creative blog and hub website. To see more of my work, explore the sidebar below.
Until April 2012, I'd lived all 30 of my years in California, but my husband and I are now traveling the world.
Current location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Artist statement (2012)
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Chickens (2011)
The Sketchbook Project (2010)
Tag Archives: self-doubt
Sometimes it is scary to be me, but it’s good practice
This is the post that has an “Aughhh!” and an “Ack!!!” and ends with “Just relax and stay with it. I am okay.” Continue reading
Feeling my way through
I got an icky feeling and came here to write it out. It took me two days and six drafts. In the end, it seems to be another version of the same lesson I’ve been learning for months: I am myself, and that also means other people are themselves too. It is okay. Continue reading
Posted in frustrations
Tagged authenticity, comparisons, compassion, discomfort, emotions, growth, know thyself, self-doubt
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I am authentic enough
I finally realize why I’m always harping on my comfortable life and my privilege: I’ve been afraid of being seen as not authentic enough. Continue reading
Posted in creative philosophy
Tagged art, authenticity, comparisons, don't despair!, fear, i am enough, self-doubt, writing
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