• The Surprising Benefits of Creative Struggles

  • Aug 9 2024
  • Length: 12 mins
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The Surprising Benefits of Creative Struggles

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  • Creative friction is emotionally difficult, but it’s not a bad thing. In fact, it’s an indispensable part of the creative process.


    If you are dealing with creative friction and feel stuck, don’t just give yourself time—give yourself grace.

    Whether what you have created recently is a personal favorite, or something you think is only okay, don’t forget this:

    You have created something, and that in itself is beautiful. It came from within, and thus speaks to something about yourself. Accepting that your creative work is not born perfect is the same as accepting that you have made, and will make mistakes. Instead of focusing on the imperfections, we should instead focus on the steps we have taken to make progress, to become better. Our art, like ourselves, is a lifelong story of setbacks and strides. What matters is continuing to create.

    The knowledge that friction is a necessary part of the creative process makes it easier, and, in the end, results in better work.

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