Tools of the Trade

From the Tarot of the Absurd, the Three of Coins; from the Post Psychedelic Cyberpunk deck, the Internet:

This master of clay uses her sense of touch to shape her pot, relying on muscle memory. She's embodied her creative talent through years of repetition and practice. Author Natalie Goldberg listed three encouragements her Zen teacher taught her that have helped support not only her spiritual practice, but also her writing:

1. Continue under all circumstances – keep going.

2. Don’t be tossed away. 

3. Make a positive effort for the good.

The internet is a collection of information and misinformation, of support and callousness, of advertisements and fundraisers. But its biggest impact is how it has connected the world. Most artists and businesses rely on it, yet we must learn how to wisely use this tool without letting it use us. (And Goldberg's last two points might be helpful here too.)