Release perfectionism
Perfectionism is the biggest killer of creativity. Notice when you
are approaching a task and have ‘am I doing it right’ or ‘will it be
good enough’ thoughts and do it anyway! Start practicing doing things
even when you don’t know if you can do them perfectly or how they will
turn out.
Have fun
In our society we are often taught that we should have a goal or an
aim and an outcome to an activity in order for it to be successful.
Creativity isn’t linear. Start doing purely things for the enjoyment
factor.
Practice
Practice being creative often! You don’t necessarily have to show
others your creations, but the act of making creativity a ritual will
help your brain get used to being creative and keep the flow going.
Be present
Being present and living in the moment helps us to get in touch with
our creative side. We need time and space to let our creativity pour
forth. Try and be aware of how present you are being every day.
Relax
Creativity thrives in a relaxed mind. The more stressed or contracted
we are, the less creativity can come forward. Find ways to relax and
wind down. A massage, long walk or watching a good movie are great ways
to do this. Find what works for you and do that.
Daydream
The lost art of day dreaming is a powerful tool for evoking
creativity. Take time out to day dream and let your mind wander. You can
even say that it is in the name of creativity!
Find what works for you
We all have different ways and times that we get inspired. Start
noticing yours. Are you a morning creative or a night owl? We are all
different. Find your way. Take notes oif necessary to track your most
creative times.
Catch the wave
When inspiration hits, catch the wave! We all have ebbs and flows in
creativity. When I am inspired I feel like I am on fire! Nothing can
stop me. Use these times to your advantage and go with the creative
flow.
Catch your ideas
Sometimes inspiration hits when we just can’t follow the flow
immediately, for example when we are about to go into an important
meeting or when we are driving! Carry a notebook or Dictaphone to catch
your ideas and come back to them as soon as you can.
Brainstorming
Brainstorm often! Whatever your creative ‘niche’ is get in the habit
of brainstorming and letting your ideas and visions flow forward without
censoring them. Let your imagination soar and don’t hold back!
Be in nature
Being in nature has the power to help us be present, unleash our
creativity and get us in touch with a different aspect of ourselves.
When you are stuck go for a walk in a park or by the sea … whatever is
available to you. Take in your surroundings and let nature work its
magic on you – it is after all, the supreme source of all things
creative.
Feed the well
We need to ‘feed the well’ of inspiration. Make sure you are spending
time regularly ‘feeding’ your inspiration. Start keeping track of what
inspires you and taking time regularly to participate in this. You
should even set a time aside each week to do this.
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