e'Layne Kelley

About e'Layne Kelley

I am a working artist, the previous owner of four art galleries and previous manager of a nine-acre art park. A seasoned writer, I’m published in more than 25 editions of Somerset Studio magazine, a contributor to the book Paint Mojo, and now author of "Roadmap to Ease: Release What Weighs You Down and Embrace What Lights You Up", coming out in February 2024.

It was the experience of unintentionally driving off a 20-foot cliff in an MG Midget during my early twenties that initiated a search to retrieve my creative, soulful self. This jarring event woke me up to the realization that my spontaneous free spirit had become shrouded by perfectionism, eating obsessions, and harsh self-loathing. Becoming fully aware that punishing thoughts were at the core of my self-obsession and were sabotaging my ability to realize my deepest desires catapulted me on a spiritual quest as I traversed America seeking the answer to “why?” Not only did I find the answer to my question, but I was also led to a path that changed the trajectory of my life and transformed me from the inside out.

Wisdom gleaned on my spiritual quest calmed my chaotic mind and nourished my body and spirit. I wrote "Roadmap" because my mission is to share what I learned and let you know that it is entirely possible to alleviate unnecessary suffering, lead a happier life, and consciously navigate the path to enlightenment while simply observing your reactions to daily life situations. And I want to teach why you are reactionary and often have difficulty changing behaviors that don't serve you. I want to show you how to embrace daily life as your own guru and view ego’s illusions from the spacious presence of a watchful observer. I want to teach you how to empty your mind so that a deeper awareness of your true self can be more fully known. Filled with simple mindfulness shifts and daily practices, Roadmap to Ease will nourish your rich, inner life and cultivate a more authentic, healthy, and peaceful outer life.