I Need Space

In order to best tap into my own creativity, it’s incredibly helpful to have space in several ways and for several reasons.

It’s beneficial to have some alone time, a space where I’m away from other people. It’s optimal to have a physical space, like a studio, to create and store creative tools. There is also the idea of giving myself space, as in freedom, to make mistakes, experiment, and have silly ideas.

Having space away from other people helps me to sort out all the other “voices” in the world so I can better hear my own. I’m an empath, meaning I pick up other people’s feeling and energy which can alter my own. Having alone time allows me to feel my own inner inklings more clearly.

A studio or designated room for art is not necessary, but it’s helpful. Since I’ve had a studio I have easy access to my tools, art-friendly work surfaces, and the space to leave creations sit unfinished until I can get to them again without having to put everything away after each session. It’s super convenient and keeps my flow running smoothly.

Freedom of the mind is an inside job and it’s essential for creativity. By definition, creativity is bringing something into the world that didn’t exist before. It’s hard to create something new with a closed mind or being scared to make a mistake. With an open mind, a mind free to explore just to see what happens, creativity flows naturally. Giving yourself unedited freedom to follow your curiosities is a space rich with creative potential.

Don’t be afraid to claim some space for your creativity. You are worth it!

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Creating makes me feel alive. I want you to experience that same vibrancy!

Unlock Creative Blocks

What helps me when I’m creatively blocked…

When I feel creatively blocked I don’t get freaked out (anymore). I’ve realized a pattern that informs how I unlock my creative floodgates.

Creativity is play. It’s daydreaming then piecing that dream together in real life with the tools at hand. If I haven’t had time to play, if I haven’t been relaxed enough to daydream, I’ve shut off the floodgates.

I’ve found that scheduling time to rest, just rest, is essential. Another thing that helps is to consume some type of art for the sake of enjoyment, not for the purpose of getting ideas; I listen to music, watch a movie, read a book. I fill this soul up! Stuff it full of soul-food.

Doing something that’s restful for my body & soul, with no goal other than to enjoy myself, is a healing balm for creative block. There are so many things…dancing and going for a walk are two I love. And there’s something about going to a garden center/garden nursery that releases all sorts of stress as well as ignites my passions.

There are two other things I have to mention that get the creative juices flowing again. One is going somewhere totally new. I love doing this! I love exploring and surprising my senses. The other is following my interests. My creativity is unique to me and your creativity will be unique to you. Follow where it leads. Your curiosity holds power to open the floodgates of your imagination and passion.

Next time you feel creatively blocked, try these out and see what happens.

• Rest

• Consume art

• Do something enjoyable with no goal other than to enjoy

• Go somewhere totally new

• Follow your interests

I hope these can help!

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Creating makes me feel alive. I want you to experience that same vibrancy!