What I am about to discuss may seem counter intuitive to the creative process. We tend to think that being creative is in the moment and one only creates when feeling inspired. What happens when you wait and wait and don't feel inspired? Remember creepy Jack Nicholson in the movie, “The Shining”. He was meant to be writing a novel. Waiting to be inspired can drive you nuts, as we see through Jack's behavior. It gives me the chills thinking about it!
Inspiration does not always magically appear, especially if you are waiting and don't take action. I have found that creating the space and time dedicated to writing, painting or whatever is your artistic endeavor is crucial. Schedule the time and stick to it! This is the Habit of Discipline, which is part of the third strategy for creative Living. Even, if your time slot is only fifteen minutes per day. You will be amazed how much is done by the end of a month with a small investment each day.
Another way to break out of the waiting to be in the mood cycle is to create a deadline for your self by committing to another person. That is exactly what transpired when Jayne and I were planning our tele-class. We had made a commitment to speak, with only a rough outline before us. Magic occurred in the interaction, by working with each other we flushed out the details in a lot less time than if we had worked individually.
Come with a commitment to create. Showing up whether you feel like it or not, is a large part of winning the battle. You may ask what battle? (Suggest add this-The battle is to overcome the barriers and resistance to creative expression) Too win the battle you need to be consistent and persistent, even when you have had a bad night's sleep, or you have too many other things to do. The list can be endless…
Action Step
For the next week, commit to at least 15 minutes per day working on a creative project.
Question
What stops you?
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