By far the most important factor to my own creativity is the author’s sixth point, avoiding interruptions. I can be creative without purpose, and without being strongly motivated, and certainly without scheduling a time to be creative. Even a lack of skill doesn’t stunt my creativity, with Photoshop being my own counter-example. I will never master that behemoth. But there is one thing that stops my own creativity cold: interruptions. And to that point, the environment is aso important.
I liked the writer’s advice about creating an optimum physical environment. A lot of helpful tips here that I’ll incorporate into my next writing session!
Really well written and sound advice. People always say they are not creative, which is not true. Or that creativity involves artistic talent and an end result like a painting or sculpture. But living a really healthy, balanced life takes creativity. You could certainly apply this author's suggestions to a meditation practice, gardening, cooking, exercising. It’s a life skill that needs development and practice. It’s so worth the effort because flow creates such ease and joy.
By far the most important factor to my own creativity is the author’s sixth point, avoiding interruptions. I can be creative without purpose, and without being strongly motivated, and certainly without scheduling a time to be creative. Even a lack of skill doesn’t stunt my creativity, with Photoshop being my own counter-example. I will never master that behemoth. But there is one thing that stops my own creativity cold: interruptions. And to that point, the environment is aso important.
I liked the writer’s advice about creating an optimum physical environment. A lot of helpful tips here that I’ll incorporate into my next writing session!
I love the concept of “flow” and almost everything the author says. I just don’t love that this is written as a listicle.
Really well written and sound advice. People always say they are not creative, which is not true. Or that creativity involves artistic talent and an end result like a painting or sculpture. But living a really healthy, balanced life takes creativity. You could certainly apply this author's suggestions to a meditation practice, gardening, cooking, exercising. It’s a life skill that needs development and practice. It’s so worth the effort because flow creates such ease and joy.