Understanding the Value of an All-or-Nothing Personality by Devi Nina Bingham

Some souls seem destined to give voice to the silent mysteries that swirl around us. You know them as prophets, writers, musicians, and artists. Their gifts arrive in a rush of rare insight and creativity, reserved for those who wander off the beaten path. What they offer blazes with passion and soothes with compassion. When their work is touched by love, you can sense a higher source at play. By love, I mean the kind that glows with beauty, lifts your spirit, and stirs your heart, even if only for a moment, when you encounter their words or music. It feels as if the Divine has quietly woven its magic into the mind of the creator, stopping you in your tracks to marvel at their gift. There are many artists whose talent deserves admiration, but not all possess that elusive spark that seizes the heart and quietly changes the world, one soul at a time.

In their lives, you will observe the following attributes, and without them, their gift to the world wouldn't be the inspiration it is. They first adopt an "all-or-nothing" mentality. They either love fully or not at all. They have learned that stillness is vital to creation, so they would prefer to suffer in solitude if their love is not reciprocated. They give their work their all and don't keep anything back. They will work nonstop and without compensation since their motivation is obvious: they are driven by a prophetic message and cannot stop working until the task is finished. 

Secondly, they could have a chaotic personal life. They could be easily distracted, disorganized, moody, prone to fits of anxiety or sadness, and prone to flights of fancy. Practical issues quickly bore them, and they prefer philosophical discussions about existential issues. Their art touches on the most profound issues facing both society and interpersonal relationships. Professionally, they may struggle to pay their bills since they are more driven to hone their artistic skills by practice than to make money. Inner harmony is more important to them than how they look. They may live apart from people or in oddly designed rooms as a result of their social maladaptation. These artists cannot and will not give up their art, because doing so deprives them of tranquility. Their interpersonal relationships are typically transitional or inadequate since cognitive dissonance will not be endured for long. They fit the stereotype of the starving artist who is distant or lonely. Despite their calm demeanor and friendliness, they devote every spare moment to artistic endeavors. Although it can be challenging to get to know them personally, their art will allow you to get to know them entirely. Their art conveys the whole story concealed behind their mischievous smile because of the unparalleled intimacy with which they produce. The only way to know these folks is via their art. The reason for this is that they conserve the most energy for it.

They believe life is not guaranteed because they frequently face mental or physical difficulties that have shown them how fleeting life is or have experienced catastrophic events. They know they only have one chance to contribute something valuable to humanity; therefore, they're resolved not to waste it on pointless things. If becoming an artist means giving up a "normal" existence, which includes marriage, kids, and a steady job, they will. This social illegitimacy may drive their family to view them as failures, which is the opposite of what is true. For their value in Heaven is invaluable. Worth any treasure ever discovered. This is because, like Christ, they prioritize the needs of the world over their own. These enigmatic prophets are the royal jewels of God. It is impossible to gauge their value because, despite their loneliness and potential for misunderstanding, they are aware of their mission and will do whatever it takes, even if it means losing everything, just like Christ did. Yet those without a creative or spiritual eye may label them as indolent or worse.

Finally, these all-or-nothing prophets were not created to suit the mold of civilization. They arrived to dismantle all the molds. Their souls will always and eternally break free from the confines of normalcy. It is pointless to try to control mavericks because they never behave how others would expect them to. They were intended to be free, and the products of these odd and erratic artists reveal their beauty. They might be labeled strange or careless by others, but once they see the brilliance they have been concealing, they stop criticizing them. The viewer doesn't understand how they produce so fluidly and flawlessly, and all of a sudden they appreciate the artist's oddity. Because if you are not an all-or-nothing artist, you are aware that their work stands out as exceptional and deserving of praise. Even though viewers enjoy the artwork, the artists' sacrifices are what matter most: everything or nothing.

If you are willing to learn it, there is a lesson here. Their remarkable talent—or even the results of that talent—is not what is most admirable. Their dedication is something you should take note of. Instead of letting their gift be wasted, they would choose to live in a hut and subsist on bread and water. Even though no one else on the planet is aware of it, they somehow understand how crucial it is that they contribute in a way that only they can. These exceptional craftspeople have dedicated their lives to perfecting their techniques and aesthetics, to the point where it would be a sin to not employ their unique artistic voice. You can learn from their selflessness since they will put up with personal hardships for however long it takes. Their art is who they are. It consumes them because they devote so much time and energy to it. And I ask you this: have you ever sacrificed so much for the good of others? Joy is always what you get back when you make an all-or-nothing commitment to a cause or even to another person. Because nothing is more crucial than giving it your all.