If you are a creative person, chances are that you will find every excuse in the book not to pursue that creativity. For some reason, it seems that creative individuals sometimes find it difficult to admit and embrace their creative side.
There are several reasons why creative individuals do this:
* They feel as though it is not as important as their real life job
* They feel inadequate
* Fear of failure stops many individuals from pursuing creative endeavors
* Negative self-talk may minimize their desire
* Excuses for too little time may squash creativity
If any of these sounds like you, do not worry because you are not alone. If you ask any creative person, finding their way to crafty did not happen overnight. However, there are tips and out of the box ways to unleash that crafty part of yourself.
Creative Visualization
If you find yourself dreaming about creating unique and expressive crafts, whether it is through painting or writing or even creating crafts for gift-giving, but also find yourself stuck, creative visualization can help.
One of the best ways to open yourself up creatively is to visualize your dream. If you dream of painting, picture yourself at the easel, meeting with new clients, and selling your artwork to a magazine.
Spend several minutes each and every day visualizing your dream coming true. Make sure to incorporate good feelingsof excitement, joy, and fulfillment.
Eat, Drink, and Breathe Your Hobby into Life
If you have uncovered a desire to create a craft or take up a hobby that has been hidden for a long time, be sure to know that you have the ability to bring it to life. By speaking of your newfound desire, taking action plans, and focusing every day on your new endeavor, you will find that it will materialize faster.
Do something every day, whether it is to buy a new paintbrush, spend 15 minutes writing, or trying out a new craft. Be intentional about bringing this to life in your every day.
Declare It and Share It
Declaring aloud and to everyone who is within earshot that you finally intend to take up painting, crafting, or writing is the best way to motivate yourself. Making a declaration will always leave you in the position of having to explain, or make excuses, as to why you have not done what you said you would.
Your credibility is at stake and no one likes to have his or her credibility at stake.
By visualizing it every night, taking action steps during the day, and by declaring it and sharing it, you bring your craft to life.
