“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.

Jamaal Simmons LCSW-C

Writer’s block can be difficult, and it’s not a fun feeling. You sit there and ask, What do I want to talk about? It’s hard to put your thoughts down on paper, even though it’s something you specialize in, but despite all that, you get stuck in your head. It’s similar to brain fog that I talk about in my book, ADHD Life Skills 101.  Read More>>

Grace Green

Writer’s block is something nearly every author faces at some point, yet many of us instinctively try to push through it. Unfortunately, forcing the words often leads to more frustration and can make the writing process feel overwhelming and unenjoyable. Read More>>

Autumn Green

I usually overcome creative blocks by stepping away for a bit since there’s no use forcing something that isn’t ready. I switch to another project to spark creativity or turn to music, books, or a good video game to reset my mind. Sometimes the best ideas show up when I stop chasing them. Read More>>

Isabelle Core

As a nail tech, overcoming creativity blocks is a natural part of the journey. Here’s how I’ve learned to beat them:

• Seek Inspiration: I regularly browse nail art on platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, and even fashion and art magazines. Sometimes just seeing a color combination or design style sparks a new idea.
• Change of Scenery: Stepping away from my workspace, going for a walk, or spending time outdoors helps reset my mind. Fresh environments often lead to fresh ideas. Read More>>

Richard Huempfner

Id like to clarify that I am a writer first, and creativity flows in different ways depending on what you are creating. With that in mind I write songs, stories, poetry, contracts, etc. and when I struggle with one, I switch the other. For example if I’m struggling with the direction of the song, I’ll write a short story about the topic of the song and use that the trigger the creative process. Read More>>

Justin Berlinski

Being able to let your creativity flow when it’s meant to, and letting it be when it’s not meant to. Some of my pieces take 6 months to a year to make depending on what ideas I have for them. When you rush the process the end result suffers. This is something I learned through my own personal experiences the last 6 years I’ve been making art. Read More>>