Shift your perspective, see through mental barriers and boost your creativity
Do you sometimes feel that your creative juice runs dry?😔
You're a creative, you were not meant to fit in the mold. Your creativity is your super power (one of them!)💪
So when you feel or think it has run dry, it can feel scary and disempowering... and it can generate a vortex of negative thoughts, self-doubt kicks in... 😖😒
But what if your creativity was 𝗔𝗟𝗪𝗔𝗬𝗦 here and available to you? 🖌🎤🎶🎭
Here's the map of this article:
Realizing that your creativity is always within and available to you (+tips to access it)
Shift your perspective
Here's how to shift the script and see beyond what looks like a creativity block:
What is what looks like a creativity block was actually a "symptom" for a deeper and hidden block?
What if it was the only way for your subconscious mind to communicate a discomfort and catch your attention?
This phenomenon can look like procrastination, fear of failure, fear of judgment or criticism, lack of self-confidence, feeling of not being legit or worthy...
It can be so many things... but whatever it is, it comes down to one thing: your connection with yourself and what you've heard in the past, other people projecting their limitations on you, wanting you to fit in a box and match the label they're stuck on you?
Even if they meant well and did this to "protect you" or because they love you... this has impacted you at some point and here you are, about to reach your next level, working on your project but you're feeling stuck, frozen or being busy doing things that don't move you closer to your dreams per sé.
It's time to clear these things that aren't even yours in the first place.
Seeing through mental barriers
Despite our determination and your intentions, we all have mindset blocks that act as blind spots, limiting our growth and potential.
Before you keep reading, please know that we've all been there at some pint so if you recognise yourself, give yourself some grace and thank yourself for working on your mindset (proof is: you've landed on this page and you're reading this :-) ) Be gentle with yourself.
Here are 4 common mental barriers include:
Fixed Mindset:
This block manifests as the belief that our abilities and intelligence are fixed traits (ex: "that's how I am, I can't change even if I try"), leading to a fear of failure and a resistance to getting out of the comfort zone.
Negative Language:
Negative wording, formulation, language, including negative self-talk involves a constant self-criticism, feeling like you need to "constantly watch yourself", doubt, and false beliefs. It is the oppostite of self-confidence, impairs decision-making, and sabotages your ability to embrace opportunities.
All-or-Nothing Thinking (incl. "now or never"):
This mindset block traps us in a binary perspective, where things are either perfect or a failure. It blocks you from experimenting, you're stuck in an analysis-paralysis, feeling that if you don't get this right, right now, it'll be messed up... it blocks your creativity, and prevents you from embracing the process of progress and expansion.
Victim Mentality:
The victim mentality puts the blame on external circumstances, on other people, on the Universe or on the neighbor's grandma (gotta laugh, right?), rather than taking responsibility for our choices and actions. It limits personal development, hinders our problem-solving thinking, and perpetuates a cycle of helplessness.
This makes you give your power away. Once again, we've all been there at some point and it's ok, what matters is the awareness and the growth <3
Realizing that your creativity is always within and available to you (+tips to access it)
Your creativity is always here for you, within you.
It's safe for you to create and reach your next level. ⚡🎨
Did you know that your energy levels can directly impact your creativity? 🔋🤔✨
When your energy is low or imbalanced, it can be challenging to tap into your creative flow. But, I'm here sharing actionable steps and tips to help you recalibrate your energy and unleash a wave of boundless creativity! 🌟
💡 Tip 1: Prioritize Self-Care 🧘♀️💆♂️
Take time to nurture yourself and re-fill your energy tank. Engage in activities that relax and rejuvenate you, such as meditation, taking a w