When I mention creativity and art around people, I get a lot of strong reactions with anxiety and fear topping the list. There are also people who vehemently did in their heels and proclaim that THEY ARE NOT CREATIVE—never have been, never will be. Now, I know I am kind of a rare bird, but that would NOT be the camp I would entrench myself in. Creativity is NOT a four-letter word and it’s not something to be afraid of. It’s actually a highly beneficial life-skill that is needed in social, emotional, educational, and financial settings, to name a few.
Creativity is for everyone and it’s actually an essential component to a well-lived life. Here are a few facts for you to ponder:
- Creative thinkers get into better colleges.
- They are highly sought after in the workplace and get better jobs with higher pay.
- Growth-minded, creative people are innovators and they disrupt the status quo.
- Creativity is a powerful elixir that combats the effects of our over-scheduled, screen-dense, highly isolated lives.
- Science proves that creativity is vital to brain health and overall cognition.
I know that, despite seeing these facts and agreeing that the benefits of creativity can’t be denied, some of you will still refute the importance of living a creative life. When you hear “creative” you automatically think “Picasso” and then your next thought is, “I could never do that.”
Well, I am here to tell you today that creativity doesn’t just mean paintbrushes and canvases. Far from it! Creativity is cognitive health. It’s the ability to effectively problem-solve. It’s altruistic, an act of resistance, and a powerful connector, confidence-booster, and community-builder!
I am going to share TEN tips for living a more creative life. I invite you to try at least one of these a week until you have allowed yourself to experience all ten!
I don’t gamble, but I am willing to bet that your life will be positively impacted in both expected and unexpected ways.
Click on the image below to get access to all ten tips!
