The Creative Reflex
Does the blank page paralyze you? Do you dream of writing, painting, composing, or reinventing your career, but lack inspiration? What if creativity was all about rituals and habits? In this book, renowned choreographer Twyla Tharp shows that creativity is not a gift reserved for a chosen few, but a tool accessible to everyone. Simple and pragmatic advice drawn from her 40-year career will help you nurture your creativity day by day and turn it into a habit, a way of life. A book to become more creative... and stay that way.
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- Cultivating preparatory habits: Repeating a daily routine and choosing a creative-friendly environment can stimulate the creative process and promote productivity.
- Overcoming distractions and fear: Avoiding distractions such as binge-watching, excessive multitasking, and digital intrusions can help preserve brain energy for creativity. Overcoming fears such as the fear of being ridiculed, the fear of not being original, or the fear of running out of things to say is also essential.
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💬 Quotes
"The one thing you can't escape is what you are—your art is a reflection of that. Once you understand that, you get a sense of freedom. You can play with it."
"Don't follow the path. Go where there is no path, and leave a trail."
"The most important thing is the work itself. If you do good work, the rest will follow."
"Creativity is not just about having a good idea. It's about having a good idea and then being able to make it happen."
"The only way to get better at something is to do it."