I have always been creative, ever since I was a little child. I attended art school as an afternoon hobby, crafting presents for my family from as far back as I can remember. But as I grew up, I pushed this part of me aside. We are told that as adults, we must spend our time wisely—study, work, earn a living. Life is tough, there's no time for pleasure, and we need to do our best to survive.
So, that's what I did. I juggled two jobs, committed to tasks and responsibilities, leaving no time for creativity. It made me very sad, but I didn't realize that was the reason. I didn't know that part of me wasn't thriving because I wasn't doing what I cherished. I was too busy to realize what I really enjoyed, and that there was so much else I would like to do.
Many times, when I was in a deep, relaxing state, trying to sleep but my brain was still active, I had these images in my mind—a sky I wanted to paint, a dress I wanted to design. When I daydreamed, these images came into my head because they were comforting, because they made me happy. That's when I realized that I should not only be creative in my head when I had nothing else to do, but also practically. That's how creativity starts—with a thought.
And that's when my journey began. When I went back to painting Christmas cards and writing notes for my friends, writing them beautifully instead of scribbling quickly, it made me happy. When I decorated a front door with a wreath or set a table for a meal, when I made earrings for myself or knitted a scarf for my boyfriend, I was in my element. I started healing my wounds, disappointments, misunderstandings, and failures. I started thriving, enjoying my life much more. I became a happier version of myself, regardless of whether people appreciated my creative efforts or not—that wasn't important. Giving to others became giving to myself.
Do you ever feel the need to spontaneously dance in the living room or doodle during meetings—not because you're bored, but because you enjoy it? You are creative when you put your hands into the soil in your garden or arrange flowers in a vase, when you plate food in a way that appeals to your senses and decorate it with herbs. Maybe you're watching TV and are drawn to the underwater life in a documentary about the Atlantic Ocean. Take a screenshot, look at it again later, and you may be amazed by how inspired you feel and brainstorm some ideas. Maybe you'll frame the photo, maybe you'll paint it.
That's the creative energy we all have inside us—don't suppress it. We don't need to be Michelangelo, and you don't need to be an architect to create. Every single person is creative, and there's a need for us as human beings to be creative. That doesn't mean you need to paint a landscape. It means you need to pay attention to your desires and wants.
Creativity is everywhere, creative energy is all around us, and we are attracted to people with the same energy. The energy you have is what people around you feel. Ignite the energy inside by being creative to attract people who resonate with you.
And when you learn that what's inside comes first, as a bonus, you become happy. Cultivate your intuition by being creative. Look after yourself and listen to your inner voice.
Creativity starts with a thought. Thoughts create experiences, which then create our life.
Create a good one.
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