An Artist's Invitation to Belong with Andrea Fono

<p>Toward the end of today’s episode, our guest Andrea Fono describes herself as someone who offers “beauty and distraction from the normalcy of life,” along with “a little silliness and delirium.” That’s perhaps a good of a way as any to introduce her, as she's an internationally recognized full-time artist who works with various mediums. </p> <p>Today’s discussion between Andrea and Dr. Fred probes a number of different topics related to our humanity and connectedness, while also of course touching on the role of artistic expression. Listen in as Andrea and Dr. Fred discuss:</p> <ul><li style="font-weight:400;">Love as the only thing that truly matters</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">How some early business “mistakes” led to Andrea “disqualifying” herself from life...and how she got back in the game</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Using disappointments, suffering, and failure as “fodder of fertilization”</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Why light and darkness are not mutually exclusive experiences</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">How a “promise” of a brighter future can drive us forward through challenging circumstances</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">What can occur when we go beyond “supposed to”</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">Life (and art) as “invitation”</li> <li style="font-weight:400;">How Andrea uses nature’s gifts as inspiration for artistic projects</li> </ul> <p>Be sure to keep listening after the interview, as today’s episode offers an addendum from Andrea with some additional thoughts of beauty and encouragement. </p> <p> </p> <p>Episode Length: 00:55:30</p> <p> </p> <p>ANDREA FONO’S RESOURCES </p> <p>Andrea’s Website > <a href='http://www.fonoart.com'>www.fonoart.com</a></p> <p>A fun video showcasing some of Andrea’s art > <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgJmL44LTkI'>www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgJmL44LTkI</a></p> <p>“Having a Date with Your Creative Self” (inspiring television segment) > <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_mx1P7vicM'>www.youtube.com/watch?v=