Know what creativity is
Creativity is not just crafty DIY projects. I say this all the time, creativity is in everything we do. How we dress, fix our hair, write our name or view those fuzzy bunnies in the clouds. Problem solving is an aspect of creativity. McGuiver, remember him? Creative genius (yes, creative crush right there)! And I'm pretty sure he never made a pretty wreath for his front door using recycled materials and duct tape.
Do it!
Now that you're finished comparing and criticizing and doubting, what's left? Yep, get of your duff and just do it… just hop on to that wagon and let the band play – get going and do something today. OH that almost rhymed, completely unintentional, we call that Serendipity.. there's you're creative vocab word for the day.
Really the goal here is to allow yourself to be creative
We'll talk next time about the positives about being creative. You don't really need to learn how to be creative as much as you need to learn to stop being your own road block and just let yourself try it. Whatever “it” is, is up to you. Maybe start small, go ahead and wear dots and stripes together. Wear it with confidence because you did put it on all by yourself. Next time, try adding some cinnamon to your fruit salad and see how that spices things up a bit. Start small and within your comfort level. Allow yourself to succeed and give yourself props for being the fabulous creative brain that you are!
this was soo nice to read thank you so much….glad to know that when i think i am being creative i am really being it…..hhahaha….thank you
Thanks everyone! I could use the reminder regularly too… I think we all do best when we bounce ideas off one another, share some inspiration and then we all come out a bit better than when we started.
Helpful hints and tips! I could always use help being creative, I feel like if I am copying other people’s creativity I do better!
Great tips, Jen, not just for those who think that they’re not creative- I think even us “creatives” need to remind ourselves of these things from time to time!
Hi Jen! I found your post link via Theresa Cifali’s Socially Sensible Blog Lovin’ Thursday. This is excellent advice. I also feel it would be helpful for me to review these “steps” on those days when I have blogger’s block. I’ll definitely be back. Thanks for sharing!
I agree that everyone is creative Jen! It’s getting it to come out that is the scariest part. Thanks for the kick in the butt- I need to do a blog post today- wasn’t feeling it but just need to go do it! See you soon!
So true! I am always telling people they are creative. Even my scientist husband. I mean it takes serious creativity to come with a thesis and then run an experiment. I believe if you are human=you are creative.
Hi Jen. This is a fantastic article. I love all of your tips. Getting in my own way is sometimes a huge issue….I’m going to add this to my vision wall to remind me the next time I get stuck!
Thank you! Now I have to thank you for the reminder… I still need to make a vision wall, what a great idea! First I need to find some space to make it. Would love to hear what works for you.