How to Be More Creative
Inspiration strikes at the most inopportune times — when you’re driving, taking a shower, dining at a restaurant. Then, when you sit down to write, draw, or solve a problem, your mind goes blank.
The muse has eluded you once again.
Creativity is fleeting. But there are techniques you can implement to keep creativity flowing and tools you can use to convince your muse to show up when you’re ready to create.
Alchemy
In the Middle Ages and during the Renaissance, alchemy was a form of chemistry and philosophy that sought to turn baser metals into gold and discover the elixir of life. A more modern definition of alchemy is the magical ability to change a common substance of little value into a substance of great value.
Creativity is inherently linked to alchemy. Our life experiences, thoughts, and ideas are of little value until we channel them into something of substance — a compelling book, a mesmerizing piece of art, or a dazzling performance. Creative people, such as writers, artists, and performers, are alchemists on a quest to transform the stuff of the mind and body into something that others can experience and enjoy.
A Handbook for Alchemists
Marelisa Fábrega is an alchemist in her own right, and an expert on creativity. Her website, The Abundance Blog at Marelisa Online is a hot spot for gathering ideas and resources for creativity and problem solving, and now, Marelisa has put years of experience and accumulated knowledge into a superb creativity resource.
How to Be More Creative — A Handbook for Alchemists is packed with tools, ideas, recommendations, and proven techniques that will keep your creativity flowing and help your muse stay on task.
- Learn new ways to approach problems and think creatively
- Access facts and information about how the creative mind works
- Discover tons of fun tools and resources that trigger creativity
- Collect techniques that unleash innovative ideas
- Engage in exciting activities that promote creativity
This handbook includes success stories and inside tips from experts who have learned how to master their own creativity. Did you know that Stephen Spielberg’s best ideas come to him while he’s driving? Would you believe that the song “Yesterday” came to Paul McCartney in his sleep? Ever wonder what an acclaimed science-fiction author like Isaak Asimov does when he’s struck with writer’s block?
Get your copy of How to Be More Creative — A Handbook for Alchemists and find out.
More Creative Writing
As I was reading through this handbook, a funny thing happened. I started writing in my journal — profusely. Scraps of paper on my desk filled up with ideas and sketches from spontaneous brainstorming sessions. My muse seemed to be working double shifts.
Every chapter of the book opens your mind to new ways of accessing your own creativity. Each link you click takes you on a brand new adventure. And all of the activities are fun and inspiring. Make sure you read this with a notebook handy, because it’s packed with insights that you’ll want to jot down.
Now, weeks have passed since I finished reading Marelisa’s handbook, but my creativity is still flowing. If it ebbs, I can simply pop open my Handbook for Alchemists and within minutes, the creative wheels will start spinning. Yes, it’s that powerful! I can’t recommend this resource highly enough.
Be More Creative
You don’t have to sit there staring at a blank page ever again. Ideas and inspiration will never elude you again. With a copy of How to Be More Creative, you can invoke the muse whenever you want.
Click here to visit Abundance Blog at Marelisa Online website!
Do you have any favorite creativity or writing resources to share? Have you visited Marelisa’s blog or read her ebook? Share your thoughts by leaving a comment.
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Hi Melissa,
I just want to reiterate what you’re saying here about Marelisa’s Creativity Handbook. I have read it, and use it as a reference often. It’s such a great source of excellent ideas to spur that creative genius within each of us. Sometimes all it takes is looking at this from a different perspective. And that’s what makes Marelisa’s book so powerful – there’s something in there for everybody – so many different techniques to try. Awesome, awesome resource for anyone looking to ramp up their creative muse!
.-= Lance´s last blog ..Laugh Out Loud! =-.
Thanks Lance! I couldn’t agree more. The audience here consists mostly of writers, but almost anyone in any field could benefit immensely from this book.
Hi Melissa: Thank you for reviewing my ebook on your beautiful site. I can’t tell you how happy it makes me to know that the ebook is not just a source of information, but a tool that actually helps people get their creative juices flowing, which was my intention. And thank you to Lance for his awesome input.
.-= Marelisa´s last blog ..Does Nirvana Reside in the Right-Side of the Brain? =-.
My pleasure, Marelisa. Your book is truly wonderful, an excellent resource for writers and anyone else working in a creative field, as well as people who are looking to solve problems. I just love this book!
It never (well almost never) fails that I get some idea or statement or nudge when I’m out on the bike trail. And I have learned to keep a little under seat pack filled with either a tiny notebook or folded 3×5 cards and a mechanical pencil.
This sounds like an interesting book.
.-= Deb´s last blog ..Home is not just where you hang your hat =-.
It’s a very interesting (and helpful book). I’m looking forward to browsing through it again to keep strengthening my creativity. Also, I always keep a notebook with me, everywhere I go. I have little notebooks stashed in my car, purse, and even my nightstand drawer. They sure come in handy!
> Creative people … are alchemists on a quest to transform the stuff of the mind and body into something that others can experience and enjoy.
Well put.
I used to think everybody was creative. Then I started to find it was more Yin-Yang. Some want to perform, others want to be entertained. Some want to direct, others want to be guided. Some get creative with the outcome, others get creative with their process.
> a hot spot for gathering ideas and resources for creativity and problem solving
Beautiful metaphor and it’s evocative.
.-= J.D. Meier´s last blog ..When Your Intuition Fails You =-.
I think everybody has the capacity to be creative, or at least more creative than they already are. It’s like anything else — it just takes hard work. Thanks for your kind words, J.D.
Hi Melissa and Marelisa .. you both have wonderful websites and brilliant ideas .. and this has spurred me on to get Marelisa’s handbook for alchemists .. something that’s been on the list for a while.
So thanks for the review, Marelisa writes so well .. incredibly well .. that I’m certain the alchemist in me will benefit from her words. It’s good to hear the excellent comments from your readers.
Thanks so much -
Hilary Melton-Butcher
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Hilary, I’m sure you will not only enjoy Marelisa’s book, but benefit immensely from it. Enjoy!