Month 5: Creative Blocks

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As I sit here writing this section, I am personally in the midst of one of my largest creative blocks to date. My life changed. It is not a bad change at all, in fact it has opened up so many doors for my family. It did, however, leave me questioning my purpose. This change effectively closed a door that I had been hanging my hat on for the past several years, and now I am not sure how I want to proceeded. I am not sure where I stand in my personal creative journey, making this the perfect time to write this section! I will be able to offer an insider’s perspective. Read on for my 5 tips to break through creative block!

Break Through Your Creative Blocks

Step 1: Pause

On occasion, you need to give yourself permission to pause. Give your self space without the pressure to produce anything. Your brain and body may need time to simply be. Perhaps you are processing a life change or maybe you have been so busy lately that you are feeling overwhelmed or run down. A pause may be just what you need!

There is a fine line between a pause and avoidance though. So how do you take the pressure off of your creative block without avoiding your creativity all together? For me that answer lies in surrounding myself with creative inspiration without asking myself to sit down and create anything.

Nature. Creative Spaces. Books. Inspiring People.

Step 2: Spend time in nature

Spending time outside is so beneficial to your creativity. It can really give you the boost you need to spark your next project or it can give you the space you need to quietly observe and reset you mind.

Step 3: Spend time in creative spaces

Visit a gallery, take in a show, or explore a craft market. When you surround yourself with creativity you tend to begin to feel glimmers of inspiration.

Step 4: Read!

There are tons of amazing books out there to inspire creativity! I love creative books, so you may have noticed that I have had recommended reading in each section of this series. When I think about creative blocks, I tend to gravitate to books that offer a variety of projects to try out. I have found that sometimes just trying something new can be a great jumping off point for future creativity.

Step 5: Surround yourself with inspiring people

Surrounding yourself with inspiring people is a great way motivate your creativity. Spending time with loved ones and friends, joining a class or a club, or taking part in creative community events can often jumpstart creative energy. I am extremely fortunate to have some amazingly creative people in my daily life.

Month 5 Prompts

Art-Break

Photo Walk

Take yourself outside to your favorite walkway, park, or garden. Move slowly, take the time to pause and see what you notice. If something catches your eye take a photo of it. Explore noticing the details that often go unnoticed. Look at things from a new angle.

Reflection

Tune into your senses. Reflect on what you see, taste, hear, smell, or touch during your walk.

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“Creativity is experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun.”

Mary Lou Cook