Something as ordinary, as our morning routine can be satisfying to the soul. Each component from the time we wake up is a construction of colors, shapes smells, textures and patterns that we perceive and we orchestrate how these perceptions enter us and what we do with them.
Moore's concept of, "living artfully," lies in using our own personal traditions, rather than formal religious teachings, and engaging in the undeniable parallel between art and spirituality. Art can be any creation that becomes itself through inspiration, and inspiration has a spiritual nature. One who is an artist does not need skillful technique or a particular medium, just the quality of being passionately curious with a desire and courage to create their own masterpiece. Moore describes, "serving religion's soul," as finding the, "natural religion," in all things. "The route to this discovery is art, both fine arts and those of everyday life," (Moore 1049). Another general misconception is our idea of what is sacred. Anything tangible can be sacred. However, it must be valued and cherished by us. "When imagination is allowed to move into deep places the sacred is revealed," (Moore 1049). Spiritual writer, Roger Walsh elaborates that enhancing of our awareness, can be stretched by; Refining our sensitivity so that we perceive things with more clarity, and recognizing the sacred. When we refocus our lense with love and compassion, the more we will see the world as void of fear and anger, allowing us to see the deep aspects of sacredness, in others and ourselves.
To become thoughtful, mindful observers of our daily rituals and practices. Living artfully may require that we preserve the solace of our creative domain. Our home is our sanctuary. When we look around our home, is it simple, comfortable and calming, or a filthy, cluttered and distracting? How we care and arrange the things around us is a reflection of what is going on inside of us.