About four years ago, for reasons I have since forgotten, I picked up a novel and read it cover to cover. What I found was that well-written fiction inspires creativity in me in a way that nothing else does. If I read fiction right before going to bed, I'll usually be up all night with ideas. When I finally do fall asleep, my dreams are more vivid, the characters more complex, the conversations more intellectual. I find that this creativity also spills over into business and other parts of life.
Fiction may not get your creative juices flowing like it does mine. It's possible though that you may be overlooking something in your life that might. If you're stuck in a creative rut, try something that you usually don't do. If you typically read books, try watching a movie instead. Spend a morning at a museum. Go to the zoo (I personally hate zoos, but it may work for you). Take in a baseball or football game. If you live in the city, spend some time in a more rural setting or vice versa.
Creativity isn't a birthright; it's something that is developed. Take an active role in finding ways to consistently stoke your creative fire.
What gets your creativity going?
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Live music! Sometimes its hard to make time or stay up late for, but it always gets my creative juices flowing.
I know exactly what you mean...I used to read a TON of books and lately I've been diving into TV and movies...but I recently read a book in an afternoon and something about it sparked me again...Great post.
I also think learning a new, relevant skill does so much for me...diving deeper into social media or redesigning a blog or something...
Fabulous post, Liene. And, thanks for encouraging growth in all of us.
I find myself being more creative when I am relaxed, well rested and have enjoyed a thorough workout. This opens up all creative flood gates! : )
I agree. Creativity is not something that we can develop as we mature. Perhaps all we need is the inspiration to create fine works of art.
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