33 Ways to Be Creative

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Below is a simple list of 33 items which may help spark creativity on those days when you need a catalyst.

  1. Be Open Minded
  2. Self Examine
  3. Surround Yourself with Creative People
  4. Collaborate
  5. Discover New (Original!) Music
  6. Read
  7. Go for a Walk, Run, or Hike
  8. Examine Your Roots
  9. Reflect
  10. Count Your Blessings
  11. Try to Contemplate the Size of the Universe
  12. Daydream
  13. Look at Old Pictures of Loved Ones
  14. Get to Work Early
  15. Clean Your Workspace
  16. Take an Alternate Root Home
  17. Be Spontaneous
  18. Find a Creative Rhythm and Work to that Groove
  19. Make Lists
  20. Create a Framework
  21. Rearrange
  22. Don’t Force It, Give It Room to Grow
  23. Take Breaks When Needed
  24. Allow Yourself to Make Mistakes
  25. Periodically Reflect on Progress
  26. Get Honest Feedback
  27. Appreciate the Creative Output of Others
  28. Never Discard an Idea (write it down and check back in a year)
  29. Don’t Apologize for What Makes You Happy
  30. Embrace Awkward Situations
  31. Don’t Play by Someone Else’s Rules
  32. Take Risks
  33. Never Give Up

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