From the Minimize Your Philosophy assignment: Pick your favorite quote OR make up your own phrase which describes a philosophy that you try to live by. It can be about love, friendship, family, education, culture, health, charity, etc. Design a minimalist poster depicting the concept. Extra challenge: Try to include a unique element that makes it YOU. Don’t forget to explain your thought process. (2 stars)

I wanted to use the simplest image creators to exhibit the short and sweet Up, In and Out (so I used paint).  It is a self-awareness tool that I have learned from Jo Saxton which is the lifeshapes triangle for a balanced life.  We balance relationships, outreach, and self-time, etc.  Ever since hearing of this I have been finding ways to incorporate it into my life.  Triangles are such odd shapes but structurally fundamental.  I love the cool and bright colors (well, anyway these are my favorite colors…) and it suggests a harmonious way of living.  The jutting out bar of the triangle is to give the eye and the “out” a place to rest and it grounds it.