Do you remember how you felt the first time you painted a really great picture, learned an exciting new dance, or wrote a poem that got rave reviews? You were probably really young, right? It’s probably a positive memory for you, but it’s also from long ago.
Now think back to the last time you allowed yourself to be creative like that. Is that a distant memory, too?
The unfortunate truth is that, as we grow older, we allow ourselves less time to just be creative. We no longer have music class or space on our fridge to hang creations. Instead, it’s all work, chores, and other tasks.
The problem with this is that, when we don’t give ourselves the time to be creative, we hinder our progress in other areas of our lives, too. Things become stagnant and boring. But, when we commit the time to flex our creative muscles, it helps us generate new ideas that we can apply in any area of our lives.
If you are finding yourself stuck in a rut or are dying for some change in your life, try some of the tips below to unlock your creativity. I bet you’ll feel refreshed, excited, and ready to make progress in other areas of your life, too!
Break Out Your Journal
Whether you want to jot down notes, create new goals, or write down a memory you really want to remember, putting a pen to paper is one of the best ways to get your creative juices flowing. Even just taking a few minutes a day to write down whatever comes to mind is a great way to unblock your mind and invite your creativity to pop out.
Get a Change of Scenery
It’s hard to feel creative and excited when you’re stuck in the same spot. When you’re starting to feel stagnant or bored, physically get up and move yourself. Whether that means taking your laptop outside to work on the porch or going for a hike at a nearby park, changing your scenery can do a world of good.
Stand Up and Move
So many of us have jobs that require us to sit at a desk all day long. Not only is this bad for our bodies but it’s not great for our minds either. Set an alarm to remind yourself to get up and stretch or walk around every so often. If you can squeeze in a workout, walk around the block, or a quick stretch session, even better!
Embrace the Idea of Learning New Things
Learning doesn’t have to stop once you get that diploma! There is still so much out there to learn. Whether it’s a dance class, a language lesson, or something as simple as a business podcast at your desk, the more you learn, the more inspired you’ll be to make moves in other areas of your life.
How Do You Release Your Creativity?
These are just a few things that you can do to unlock your creativity. I would love to know what types of things you do to get yourself moving when you’re feeling uninspired! Let me know in the comments or on my social media platforms.
Also, you can always send me an email or DM, too! And if you’re struggling with how to unleash your creativity and push yourself forward, my one-on-one coaching opportunity might be exactly what you need to embrace your inner artist, develop new ideas, and take the risks that you’ve been dying to take.