The question about creativity isn't really, "Are you creative?" YOU ARE. The more accurate question is, "What do you want to create?"
Do you have an idea for something - a book, a business, a design - that keeps nagging at you and just won't leave you alone? Have you ever started an exciting idea, but then your energy and enthusiasm ran out?
The fact is, a lot of really great ideas never get past the initial flash of inspiration. Many times they’re stopped right in their tracks by that pesky inner voice telling us all the reasons we CAN’T.
“I don’t have the time or skills I need.”
“I don’t have the financial resources.”
“No one will support me.”
“I don’t have any energy after everything else I do all day.”
“Who would want to buy my idea?”
Those voices that lurk in the shadows want to keep you safe right where you are. But the fact is your creative ideas are the most important currency you have. No one can ever take them away from you.
Yes, it’s hard to imagine the actual physical form of your idea when it’s only in your head. However with support and help you can make the leap from head to heart.
Did you know that you would not even be inspired by an idea if you didn't have the ability to manifest it?
Did you know that once you are committed to your idea you will be given all the resources you need to take it from spark to finish?
And did you know that when you have
an idea, you are being ‘called’ to bring that idea to the world in a
way that no one but YOU could accomplish? Think about
that.
Every idea can be finished by doing simple significant daily practices. Take small steps each day to:
- Avoid being overwhelmed or leaving projects unfinished.
- Learn to listen to the voice of inspiration rather than the voice of doubt or fear.
- Increase productivity. Have more fun and get more done.
- Follow a trajectory from inspiration to action to completion of any project - big or small.
Here's how you can get started.
Light some creative sparks.
1. Start by pondering these simple
creative keystones. Download your own copy as a reminder. (free)
2. Get creatively focused with our Creativity Profile Questionnaire. These questions will help you figure out your next step. (free)
Build your fire.
1. Subscribe to the weekly inspirations at Creativity Shifts Blog.
Every post is delivered straight to your inbox. (free)
2. Spark your muse with our free creativity course called Tickle your Muse. Receive 21 one weeks of ideas and activities to keep the flame lit. (free)
Set the world on fire.
1. One on one Daily Creative Practice Coaching will help you take your idea(s) from inspiration to action to completion. More….
2. Enjoy the synergy of a group format with Your Life One Year from Today. Tap into the power of masterminding to support your vision and create your life one year from today. (This program starts in the fall of 2009.) More...
Do you have the fire?
Contact us for a free coaching consultation.
