Comments on: The Art Biz ep. 16: Overcoming a Major Setback: Annie Salness

By: linda bartlett

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:53:53 +0000

An incredible story and a wonderful woman…..you are totally and inspiration Annie

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By: Annie Salnesss

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 12:39:29 +0000

In reply to Anne Dantzig.

Anne, thank you so much!

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By: Anne Dantzig

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:25:26 +0000

What a great interview! Annie, you are such an inspiration not only as an artist but as someone who meets life’s challenges head on with a positive outlook. Everyone can learn so much from you. I feel very fortunate to have gotten to know you and learn from you. Thanks for doing the interview.

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By: Annie Salness

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 16:19:29 +0000

In reply to Carolyn Caldwell.

Thank you, Carolyn!

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By: Carolyn Caldwell

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 21:03:43 +0000

This is such a wonderful interview and Annie, you are an incredible inspiration. You mentioned that you sometimes see how much other artists are accomplishing on social media and feel that you are not able to do as much, but looking at your website and the quality of your work you will inspire envy in other artists and they will feel like slackers. There is not a shred of “less than” in anything you do.

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By: Annie Salness

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 15:23:10 +0000

In reply to Carole George.

Thank you, Carole. Alyson was such a gracious host!

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By: Carole George

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 03:46:43 +0000

Annie, your courage and indomitable spirit are such an inspiration, and your artwork is wonderful. Alyson, thank you for your caring interview. You both are amazing women.

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By: Annie Salness

Fri, 25 May 2018 04:53:53 +0000

In reply to Carmen Ambrosio.

Carmen, Thank you for sharing that with us. I agree with you whole-heartedly that, “Everybody has, used to have, or will have, some physical and/or emotional challenge in their lifetime. ” !!! Thank you!

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By: Carmen Ambrosio

Thu, 24 May 2018 14:30:13 +0000

In reply to Annie Salness.

Hi, Annie:

You embody one of my favorite quotes:
“Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.”
-Gandhi

Waving and wishing you continued success …

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By: Carmen Ambrosio

Thu, 24 May 2018 14:10:32 +0000

In reply to Alyson Stanfield.

Thanks for asking. I have multiple sclerosis. Here is how I explained a Duct Tape Day in my memoir Life Continues: “It’s feeling like you have been hit by 50 trucks and somehow you survive. It hurts to blink your eyes. The very thought of moving a millimeter of any body part requires energy you do not have. Lying down and breathing are the most strenuous activities you can handle. Your get-up-and-go truly got up, went, and waved good-bye. When fatigue hits me … like a marionette, I long for someone else to move my legs and my arms because doing so would require the oomph I do not have. My only hope of keeping myself together seems to be duct tape.”

Your podcast with Annie was poignant in many ways. It is evident that Vitamin L(aughter) is a vital balm and boost to Annie. Everybody has, used to have, or will have, some physical and/or emotional challenge in their lifetime. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, child, parent, friend, spouse, or significant somebody dealing with pain, loss, or a problem concerning your health, job, or family–we need ways to cope. Annie proves laughing often and focusing on what you can do, rather than what you cannot, can help you persevere and thrive.

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