Dear U,
The sun is shining and I hope it is for you. At this end, it has now scattered most traces of a pink dawn - just not all clouds.
The storm seems to have passed for now. Wind and rain were having words last night - again! - and it was a little disturbing. I didn’t feel peaceful inside and needed to sleep. Then, somehow, I drifted into bliss.
But that’s not what I wanted to tell you. This is:
It’s no secret - not a big one, anyway / not anymore - that I veer toward the chaotic side of the mind every now and then, ending up on the hunt for creative treasures that always seem to hide “right there”.
This high threshold for chaos edges on what many would consider intolerable. But it’s a gift that keeps on giving. It always pushes me to make something out of it.
Creativity is a lifeline for me - and I’m not even joking. Creative endeavour has shed light on dark nights of the soul many a time.
A spiritual process: the resistance shown by the raw material (could be life itself!) is the making of the artist.
Meaning: no coincidence, no mistake, no chaos ultimately. As if everything had been scheduled.
Speaking of schedules, you ask:
How about putting this newsletter on one, for crying out loud?! Even diversifying it a bit?!
Gasp. Oh no, you didn’t. Chills. Uncanny.
The secret is out - get the fireworks!
Yes, it’s really happening:
New Content and Design
Journal Entries - shared chronologically where appropriate, giving you a glimpse into my thoughts and processes.
Revamped Substack Website - just a few touches, I will let you spot the differences.
Key Themes
Creative (Ars): Poems, images, short videos, and more.
Inner (Anima): Soulful questions and insights.
Worlds (Mundi): Anthropological / humanitarian reflections.
Oh, and a YouTube channel / mini Podcast kinda thing
Just what the world needs, right? I know!
Well, the idea is to keep it short and simple, at least for now, and feature passages of texts and stories along with some reflections.
I published a few videos on the channel quite a few months ago. But what I consider the first episode of this series was only recorded in December. You can watch it here:
So here’s “The Schedule” (Gulp!)
For the next 12 weeks, I’m committing to:
One weekly episode (got a few recorded already) - on the channel sometime in the week
One weekly letter - weekends
Spontaneous posts whenever inspiration strikes
Supporting This Initiative
I’ll be offering paid subscriptions for those who feel this resonates with them and are able to support. Any contribution would help this project grow and evolve. For the equivalent of a lovely cup of tea / coffee for you and a friend, here’s what I’m including as a bonus:
Monthly Virtual Salon – Live group calls with me for deep / warmhearted conversation, poetry, spirituality, creative exchange, and more. A space for introspective minds to explore ideas together.
An exclusive subscriber chat to share projects, collaborate, and connect.
Extra posts where I open up even more.
Spread the Love
If you know someone who’d vibe with this, please pass it along!
One more thing
Still finding my rhythm here as I ride the chaos. Knowing you there really keeps me going, so thanks for riding it with me!
Lots of Amor,
Your Project N.U.N.O.
(Nuanced, Uncharted, Narrative Odyssey)
P:S: If you turned your name into an acronym, what would it be? I would love to know!
Stunning photos!