“The difficulty lies not so much in developing new ideas as in escaping from old ones.” – John Maynard Keynes
Sometimes, getting out of a creative block requires escaping from the gravitational pull of old ideas, other times it might require diving into them to get re-inspired. Below, we’ve shared a variety of perspectives, insights and advice on how to overcome creative blocks.
Shyheem Gordon
As someone with high anxiety, one of the heaviest challenges I face is promoting my work and getting myself out there. I often get stuck spiraling about what others will think about the work or how I present myself. It can feel really debilitating to show up at galleries or any other arts events and start shaking hands with strangers. Read More>>
Angelia Jackson
I’ve overcome writers block many times, by remembering why I started my writing journey and keeping it fun. Writing has always been a passion, and although it can turn into a lucrative business I remind myself that it’s a passion that I’m blossoming into a living. Read More>>
Valerie Mata
How I overcome creativity blocks is by stepping away for a brief moment. Stepping away from my desk or any space where I am creating, gives me the time to breathe, center myself, reflect, and the opportunity to fill my own cup. I like to center myself through prayer, leaning onto faith, and going for outdoor walks. Read More>>
Ruichen Li
There was a time when I was trying to write a voice-over for a project and I just couldn’t get a single good sentence out. The harder I pushed myself, the more anxious I became. So I stopped forcing it and picked up a book by Haruki Murakami, and rewatched a film that means a lot to me, Our Little Sister. Read More>>
Sean Kellz
There was a point in my life where I STRUGGLED with being creative musically. I believe I was putting limits on myself, thinking about the parameters of my writing, what to write about, who’ll hear it, the opinions to follow. Wanting the contagiousness of a smooth catalog of music but afraid to accept less than what I thought the outcome would sound like. Read More>>
