Aren’t you used to watch clouds in the sky and imagine different things from their shapes but sometimes other people don’t see the same in that. Isn’t it creative thinking or generating new ideas. So there are methods you can use to be creative and don’t think there is just one method, you can create your own method too since in creativity there are no boundaries or hard and fast rules to follow.
01. Patience and Observation
Most people fail to find their inner peace while trying to be creative. Remember, you can never force creativity in you. You can only wait to be creative or provide catalysts to your thoughts, to be creative. It always bound to your emotions and thoughts, therefore you will explore yourself in the pursuit of creativity. Patiently observing things around you, and awakening your curiosity to explore more in what you’re doing, will surely open new perspectives. Please remember, this is something you need to practice everyday since most people are naturally not used to it. Few weeks of practice, makes it a habit. You can read the Atomic Habits book where I found it very helpful and at the same time it’s a practical guidance to your process of work. If you’re not much of a reader, you can watch the following video on youtube which gives a summery of it.
02. Start Simple
It’s pretty easy to start simple. Don’t think complex things starts as complex, since every complexity based on simplicity. When you design or creating something new, always start with the things that are most relatable to you, because as a creative you shouldn’t try to be someone else but yourself. Example: think of a cat, it can be any cat, what you imagine will be the cat you saw recently, maybe a real one or maybe a cartoon or something. So everybody is different from each other and allow yourself to be different from others as per your imagination and don’t forget, everything starts simple and simplicity creates magic.
03. Sketch Your Idea
Maybe you’re creating a piece of art, maybe creating a software or making something tangible like sculpture. Be anything, first make sure you sketch out your process and make plans for your each step. This always save time, effort and keep your process from becoming complex. See… simplicity avoids complexity.
04. Keep on Creating
Finally, keep on creating and stop being afraid to try something. If you’re listening to the haters, you’ll never be a creative person. Haters always hate. They always left un-noticed in the world. The only people get noticed will be the creatives, and to be a creative, let’s leave the haters behind. Keep on creating, never give up!
