Creativity
Creativity is one of the characteristics of a fully-expressed life. All of us are capable of it, but only if we make the time necessary for it.
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Why Creation Hurts (and Why It’s Worth It)
Understanding the need for creative struggle will helps us get through the toughest patches.
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The Creative Need for Solitude
Creativity and solitude have an interdependent relationship. In order to be creative, we must learn to thrive alone with our thoughts.
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“Art Before Dishes”: On the Need to Prioritize Creativity
Creative downtime is a need, not a luxury. If you juggle too many responsibilities, start with this simple mantra: “art before dishes.”
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Octavia Butler and the Power of “Positive Obsession”
Octavia Butler, one of the most successful and beloved science fiction writers of all-time, coined a valuable term: “positive obsession.”
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What A Blind Painter Can Teach Us About Failure, Constraints, and Creativity
John Bramblitt didn’t become a world-class artist until after he went blind. Here are 3 important lessons we can learn.
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On the Power of Boredom and Daydreaming
Boredom and daydreaming might sound like a waste of time, but they are essential if you want to be a more creative person.
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Is It Bad to Watch TV?
We worry a lot about “screen time” when it comes to kids. But what are the long-term hidden effects on our own personal growth?
