On this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I had the pleasure of diving deep with Clementine Moss, the powerhouse drummer for Ze Parela and a writer whose journey beautifully bridges the worlds of hard rock and spiritual practice. Clementine brought us a moving quote from Henry Miller: “When you're convinced that all the exits are blocked, either you take to believing in miracles, or you stand still like the hummingbird. The miracle is that the honey is always there right under your nose, only you were too busy searching elsewhere to realize it.” We explored how this idea of “standing still” resonates not just with writers but with anyone feeling blocked or caught up in life’s relentless pace. Clementine shared her personal story—how meditation and music have led her to find peace and wisdom within herself, reminding us that the miraculous is often right in front of us if we slow down to notice it. Listeners will walk away feeling inspired to search for stillness and a deeper sense of self-worth, guided by Clementine’s unique intersection of creativity and spirituality.
Connect With Clementine Moss
Website: https://clemthegreat.com
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:31 Meet Clementine Moss
00:44 Clementine’s Favorite Henry Miller Quote
01:23 Exploring Creative Block and Miracles
02:13 Clementine’s Take on Stillness
03:00 Meditation and the Hummingbird Metaphor
04:44 Life’s Miraculous Nature
05:57 The Meaning of Honey Under Your Nose
06:25 Finding Lessons in Suffering
07:14 Creative Blocks Beyond Writing
08:14 Insights From Henry Miller’s Work
08:55 Clementine’s Experiences Standing Still
09:42 The Process and Power of Writing
10:31 Miracles in the Creative Process
11:29 Opening to the Miraculous
11:44 Why This Quote Resonates With Clementine
12:47 Key Takeaway and Listener Advice
14:30 Clementine’s Music and Writing Projects
15:15 Where to Find Clementine
15:34 Closing and Final Thoughts