Creatively Unthinking It

Today we are asking how we can generate new ideas when we’re in the grips of creative block or feeling stuck in out current life situation.

After quickly catching up with out joint fails and successes of the week we start by clarifying how idea generation can relate to our listeners. We’re all asked to think creatively at some point and sometimes the ideas just aren’t coming and you feel stuck.

DOES THAT FEEL LIKE YOU RIGHT NOW?

We’ve definitely been there/are there right now! Here are our experiences of feeling stuck, both artistically and in life, and what we’ve learned from those experiences.

SHOULD WE FEEL BAD ABOUT IT?

No! We don’t think so. Nor would your future self who can only look back with gratitude for what you have achieved.

SO WHAT SHOULD WE DO ABOUT IT?

Acknowledge you’re don’t feel good, it’s okay, and even lean into the feeling a little. Just don’t get stuck there.

ALSO, DO YOU REMEMBER NIGREDO?

Check out season 1 episode 2 to recap. Nigredo is exciting because it means new growth is possible. So when you find yourself feeling stuck, you should feel excited for the next bit too, generating ideas.

WHAT’S A GOOD WAY OF GENERATING IDEAS?

DO NOT focus of generating ideas. Instead, fill yourself to the brim with whatever you love doing. Then the ideas will creep in. We end with a quote from Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert that gives a clear, visual image of what we’re talking about.

CONCLUSION:

Idea generation when you’re feeling stuck can, like a blank sheet of paper, feel scary and intimidating. But by not panicking and by absolutely not thinking about it, you can get pretty creative.

WHAT’S OUR RECOMMENDATION FOR THE WEEK?

BBC Earth Podcast

A great mix of stories about our planet to get you started on feeling inspired.

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