It’s really funny to hear people say “I’m not creative”. Some wear this as a badge of honor (not wanting to be associated with those “weird creative types”). For others, it’s an admission of failure, or some profound flaw in their makeup. It’s akin to them saying “I’m not really alive”. For to live is to create.
It’s understandable how people come to this conclusion. They compare themselves, usually negatively to so-called "real" creative people: artists, musicians, writers, comedians, scientists, inventors, and so on.
But this is only one definition of creativity. There are dozens of activities we engage in daily that require some measure of creativity. From making a sandwich to asking for a date to combing your hair to polishing shoes to mowing the lawn (ever try making grass patterns? it greatly relieves the boredom!).
What I talking about is using your imagination (or imaging-ability). Ever pick your own lotto numbers? You imagined them (imaged in your mind) before you wrote them down. Yes, that counts. Ever anticipated that great meal you’re going to have for dinner -- made it so real in your mind that your mouth actually started to water? Hmm-mmm. That’s some powerful imagination you’ve got there, kiddo!
Children already know this. They naturally come up with fun games to play, and love to play “lets pretend”, and potent visualization activity if ever there were any.
"Okay, that's nice. But how do I get to access my creativity". That, friend, is what this blog is all about. Stay tuned.
