Creativity can be a fickle muse that can vanish when you need it, or fill your mind with elaborate ideas at 2 am when you can’t sleep due to the heat.
Whether you’re an artist, writer, doodler, or looking for ways to entertain the kids during the lockdown, we have some tips that will awaken your inspiration.
1. Listen to music
Various studies have shown that music can help boost creativity and focus. But find something that you enjoy and isn’t too distracting.
2. Join a creative group
Whatever your preferred medium, creativity can often be a solitary task, so look on Facebook for local groups and meet-ups that gather to share ideas and inspiration, as well as offering helpful feedback.
3. Go for a walk
The simple act of going from a stroll, whether it’s somewhere new to you, or a familiar and boring setting, can jump-start your creativity.
4. Worry less about mistakes
Forget editing as you go. Interesting things can happen when you can’t edit, you’ll move ahead instead of fretting over what’s behind you. Typos can be fixed later.
5. Kittens!
No, not real ones, sadly. For every hundred words you write, Written? Kitten! will reward you with a photo of a furry bundle of joy! There are also options for puppies and bunnies if you’re not a fan of felines.
6. Carry a notebook
Inspiration can strike at the most inconvenient of times, but by carrying a notebook, you can record your ideas as they come to you. Sure, you can use your smartphone, but there are advantages to putting pen/pencil to paper and making longhand notes.
7. Go somewhere busy
Instead of removing distractions, surround yourself with them. Head to a coffee shop, shopping centre, anywhere you can people watch. Be sure to have your notebook with you!
8. Go somewhere quiet
Get in touch with nature in a serene, verdant setting that can help clear your head and make room for inspiration to find its place.
9. Push your limits
If you’re the shy and introverted type, then maybe take some acting lessons. Uncoordinated and clumsy? Take a beginner’s dance class. Try something that pushes your boundaries, and use your experiences for inspiration.
10. Do something mundane
Performing simple tasks – folding laundry, cleaning the kitchen cupboard, or that drawer that has dead batteries, screwdrivers, etc, or try knitting/crochet – can release creative thoughts.
11. Make a list
If you’re stuck, then write down a list of as many ideas – no matter how boring or insane – as you can think of. Quantity over quality here, you can sort through them later and highlight the good ideas.
12. Have a conversation
Catch up with a friend. The simple act of chatting with others can fuel the creative process. Avoid small talk though, get deep and personal!
Hopefully, one of these tips will help release that creativity from its cage in your mind, getting you inspired and busy once more!
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