“Creativity takes courage.” – Henri Matisse
Even with all the courage in the world, every creative will eventually run into a creative block, so we asked some of our favorite creatives to share how they overcome creative blocks.
Su Chang 
Whenever I encounter writers’ block, I always turn to reading. I usually have an inkling of why I’m stalling and what kind of books will help me get out of my rut. Sometimes I need to do more factual research, and other times I need a deep dive of a particular literary form. I will choose books accordingly. Read More>>
Katarina Tifft
Creativity blocks still happen, but I’ve learned not to panic when they do. For me, the worst thing I can do is force an idea just to feel productive. Usually, creative blocks are a sign that I need to step away, reset, and refill visually or mentally. Read More>>
Kiki Rizzi
Creative blocks or feeling stagnant in your work or growth is something I think a lot of hairstylists struggle with at different times during their career. One thing I do to help if I start feeling this way is to continue my education. I will take a class online or in person to get new inspiration. Read More>>
Tonya Greig
I don’t think of creativity as something I have to force, it’s something that shifts depending on what I need at the time. I started writing when I was 11, and it became the place where I could be honest with myself. Read More>>
Olcan McSparron
I always try to have several seperate projects that I have in the backburner, I dont just have one idea that I am working on at any one time, but have several different stories. When it comes to script writing or shooting a project I generrally focus in and get one out of the way. Read More>>
Anita Papp
Creative block for me is usually a shift in energy, focus, or discipline rather than an actual absence of ideas. In those moments, I try to stay in the process instead of waiting for motivation to return. When I feel stuck or exhausted, I return to the body itself as a working tool. Read More>>
Himgauri Alve
I remember when I was working in Dubai in a social media agency, it was very much a go, go, go environment. Content had to be constant. Every post needed to feel creative, out of the box, and immediate. But the reality was, there was barely any time to actually sit with an idea and let it develop. Read More>>
Jewel IV
This new era that I am sharing with the world is a reflection of just that—I completely pivoted into expanding my creative landscape outside of filmmaking. This wasn’t something that I was planning when we completed Exposed: Back to Black. It came at a time when I couldn’t rely on film or motion media to translate my new environment, my new world, my new visions. Read More>>
Natalie Rodriguez
Being a creator, it is inevitable to hit writer’s block and, overall, burnout. From high school through my college years, I was on what my therapist once described as a marathon schedule — going straight from writing in the mornings to hours of classes, only to come home and dive right back into homework, studying, or more writing. Read More>>
Eric Boulanger
I think one of the ways I’ve avoided creative blocks is by maintaining dual perspectives in music. As a mastering engineer and a professional violinist—having studied violin since the age of three—I stay connected to both the technical and expressive sides of the craft. Keeping both disciplines active helps ground my creativity and keeps my relationship with music fresh. Read More>>
Kristina Stangl
The best way to overcome writer’s block is to read, read, read, and read! The more you read, the more inspired you will be. You will also become a better writer, increase your vocabulary, and learn how other authors craft their stories and plots. When in doubt, pick up a book! Read More>>
