There is nothing worse than being a creative who is stuck in a rut. You know what I am talking about, don’t you? You do the same kind of scrapbook page…use the same painting techniques…start your stories the same way…photograph the same ole nature shots…
Oh, the boredom of routine and status quo!
Well, I have been practicing a few things to shake up my creativity when I feel a rut coming on:
Walk This Way. When was the last time you took a walk around your neighborhood? When was the last time, you walked in the opposite direction? I have discovered interesting things when I change my path or walk somewhere I normally do not go. A change of scenery can be all you need to spark an idea.
Embrace The Opposite. Seriously, when was the last time you spent the entire day focusing on positive things and ignoring negatives? Give it a try, I mean a real genuine try. Focus on what you have instead of what you do not have. Eat a food you normally reject to see if you really might like it.
Change Your Scenery. Sometimes, the smallest change in your environment can inspire you. Change the pictures on your wall or at least switch them around. Paint one of the walls in your house a different color. Move furniture around. Get rid of things you no longer use or need. Change it up!
Flip the Script. Listen to music you would not normally listen to. Eat at a new restaurant. Wear that special outfit you would normally save for special times. Take a class to learn something new. Learn a new craft.
Embrace change! It is a surefire way to get yourself out of a rut. There is so much going on in the world and so much to explore. None of us should have a reason for being bored. So, find something new to do. No matter how simple, a small change can make a huge difference for your creativity.
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