5 Tips for Staying Creative

February 17, 2014

It might seem hard to stay creative with all of the hustle and bustle of the world around us, but it's important not to forget that creative side of you. Exploring your creativity is a great way to relax, make new discoveries about yourself and simply do something you enjoy. Check out these 5 awesome tips for staying creative, no matter how busy you are!

1. Make something each day. No matter how small, set aside a few minutes (or more time, if you have it), each day to work on some creative project. Whether you're drawing an object each day in your sketchbook, putting together a piece of jewelry, designing a new notecard, or working on a painting, there are plenty of ways to do one creative thing each day.

2. Give yourself projects. There's likely plenty of ideas you've had flowing through your head of things to work on. So, get to it! Give yourself regular projects utilizing all of the creative ideas you come up with. You'll be happy you gave it a try and turned your ideas into fruition to see how they turned out.

3. Explore the world around you. One of the best ways to help you stay creative is by exploring the beautifully creative world around you. Look for inspiration in local art galleries, artisan boutiques, nearby parks and wildlife preserves or even in the urban or suburban scenes that you pass by each day. There is inspiration all around us, just waiting to be picked up on.

4. Try something new. If you're in a creative rut, try branching out and trying something new. Say you've been having some writer's block and having trouble coming up with your next piece, maybe try drawing somethings in a sketchbook for a chance. Trying something new is a great way to boost your creativity overall, and you never know, you may just encounter a hidden talent!

5. Let others inspire you. No matter where you are, there are likely plenty other creative people around you. Look to friends, local artists and creative classes to help bounce some creativity off others. You might be surprised by how much you can learn about yourself and your own creativity just by spending some time with other creative people.

What helps you stay creative?