A few days ago, a technician came to my home. Prior to arriving, he called to let me know there was traffic and he was running late. I knew from the sound of his voice and our interaction that he was different and special. Upon arrival he asked if I would prefer he wear protective shoe covers. Add very handsome and considerate! In changing to a higher speed modem with fewer ports, he went above and beyond the call of duty and persevered until all systems were up and running as before. He looked at me and said he puts himself in the shoes of his customers and acts accordingly. To which I responded, so you treat others like you want to be treated? He said yes. I assured him that was admirable.

My subsequent thank you sparked a short conversation. Turns out this young man is a newbie to SF and left everything behind to start an entirely different, vibrant life in CA. I complemented him on his courage. I told him to keep going and follow his heart’s desires no matter how challenging because the alternative of living a life of thwarted truth is painful. This was reinforced with my own quick tale of renouncing a life I painstakingly built for years in favor of authenticity, internal vibrancy and freedom to explore all I can be.

As appropriate visual support, I showed him “The Hero’s Journey”. His reaction made me realize my art is a transmission.