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Conscious Inspiration I wanted to share this with you all. I got this in my email from www.dailyom.com
May 9, 2005 Conscious Inspiration Being Creative Everyday Many people harbor the idea that there are two kinds of people in the world: creative and non-creative. You often hear certain people saying, "I wish I were creative." Actually, we are all inherently creative. As human beings, creativity is our birthright. We use it to get through each and every day, in simple tasks like picking out what to wear or choosing the words we use to express ourselves. Not only is it natural for us to be creative, it is also healthy. Experts say that conscious creativity is as good for our overall sense of wellbeing as exercising, eating well, and getting enough sleep. When we are "in the zone" with our creativity, we move into a different experience of time and space; hours pass like minutes and we sometimes literally forget where we are. Our logical mind, which generally runs the show, takes a backseat to imagination and intuition, creating a feeling of spaciousness, calm and release. When we return to the grid of everyday reality, we see with new eyes. We can easily access our creativity throughout the day, with simple exercises. At work, take a moment to rearrange the objects on your desk or wall, maybe replacing old photographs or objects with new images that inspire new thoughts. Just five minutes devoted to this simple creative act can noticeably refresh your mind. To elevate your entire day into a more creative zone, take your camera with you and use it to document one full day in your life. The benefits of creativity are in the doing. The finished product, while it can be wonderful, is almost beside the point. What matters most is the experience of being awake and relaxed in the flow of our lives.  | |
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VinaBlue said: When we are "in the zone" with our creativity, we move into a different experience of time and space; hours pass like minutes and we sometimes literally forget where we are. Our logical mind, which generally runs the show, takes a backseat to imagination and intuition, creating a feeling of spaciousness, calm and release. When we return to the grid of everyday reality, we see with new eyes. That's the best drug in the world 
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VinaBlue said: I wanted to share this with you all. I got this in my email from www.dailyom.com
May 9, 2005 Conscious Inspiration Being Creative Everyday Many people harbor the idea that there are two kinds of people in the world: creative and non-creative. You often hear certain people saying, "I wish I were creative." Actually, we are all inherently creative. As human beings, creativity is our birthright. We use it to get through each and every day, in simple tasks like picking out what to wear or choosing the words we use to express ourselves. Not only is it natural for us to be creative, it is also healthy. Experts say that conscious creativity is as good for our overall sense of wellbeing as exercising, eating well, and getting enough sleep. When we are "in the zone" with our creativity, we move into a different experience of time and space; hours pass like minutes and we sometimes literally forget where we are. Our logical mind, which generally runs the show, takes a backseat to imagination and intuition, creating a feeling of spaciousness, calm and release. When we return to the grid of everyday reality, we see with new eyes. We can easily access our creativity throughout the day, with simple exercises. At work, take a moment to rearrange the objects on your desk or wall, maybe replacing old photographs or objects with new images that inspire new thoughts. Just five minutes devoted to this simple creative act can noticeably refresh your mind. To elevate your entire day into a more creative zone, take your camera with you and use it to document one full day in your life. The benefits of creativity are in the doing. The finished product, while it can be wonderful, is almost beside the point. What matters most is the experience of being awake and relaxed in the flow of our lives. I completely agree with this. Its so much easier for an artist to flow creatively when they are completely immersed within the flow of life. I've personally found that life experience has enabled be to be a much better artist and person and I've found that my craft becomes deeper because I've let go instead of fighting against it. Now I enjoy my journey... Thank you for this wonderful food for thought 1.618 If you really believe, you'll recieve The Light! | |
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I want to get a digital camera. I've always wanted to take pictures of clouds and sunsets. | |
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I do these regular two-hour "creative sessions", as a sort of refreshing creative exercise. I set aside two hours to be creative with absolutely no rules except 1) no expectations and 2) no mulling or stewing or throwing up mental blocks -- JUST DOING, with an intention to produce for two solid hours.
I take the path of least resistance, as long as I keep producing and don't let indecision take over. Write a poem, play a few notes on my fiddle, take photos in the garden, draw, photoshop...anything that attracts my energy. If I reach a block, I simply switch to another medium or project that attracts me more. I absolutely LOVE my little sessions. They refresh me. I discover myself.  | |
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heartbeatocean said: I do these regular two-hour "creative sessions", as a sort of refreshing creative exercise. I set aside two hours to be creative with absolutely no rules except 1) no expectations and 2) no mulling or stewing or throwing up mental blocks -- JUST DOING, with an intention to produce for two solid hours.
I take the path of least resistance, as long as I keep producing and don't let indecision take over. Write a poem, play a few notes on my fiddle, take photos in the garden, draw, photoshop...anything that attracts my energy. If I reach a block, I simply switch to another medium or project that attracts me more. I absolutely LOVE my little sessions. They refresh me. I discover myself. That's a really cool idea, kinda like The Morning Pages. | |
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VinaBlue said: heartbeatocean said: I do these regular two-hour "creative sessions", as a sort of refreshing creative exercise. I set aside two hours to be creative with absolutely no rules except 1) no expectations and 2) no mulling or stewing or throwing up mental blocks -- JUST DOING, with an intention to produce for two solid hours.
I take the path of least resistance, as long as I keep producing and don't let indecision take over. Write a poem, play a few notes on my fiddle, take photos in the garden, draw, photoshop...anything that attracts my energy. If I reach a block, I simply switch to another medium or project that attracts me more. I absolutely LOVE my little sessions. They refresh me. I discover myself. That's a really cool idea, kinda like The Morning Pages. Is that from the Artist's Way? I still haven't read that book, though meaning to. | |
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heartbeatocean said: VinaBlue said: That's a really cool idea, kinda like The Morning Pages. Is that from the Artist's Way? I still haven't read that book, though meaning to. Yep. It's all about stream of consciousness and not censoring yourself. | |
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