creativity

One Creative Resolution for The New YeaR I know — the idea of resolutions may already make you hesitate. Too often they carry the quiet weight of guilt, becoming reminders of what we didn’t follow through on rather than sources of inspiration. But what if we reimagined resolutions not as rigid commitments, but as gentle […]

Prioritizing Creativity I doubt there is not a person among us who doesn’t come up with ideas they do not pursue. Thinking of an idea is sometimes the easy part, but bringing the idea to life takes doing, and doing is a whole different matter.  When the doing feels like a chore we are bound

Creating Your Credo Have you ever thought about creating your own personal “credo”?  Your credo is a kind of manifesto of your belief system; it is your own guide to live your unique life created by you. Included in your credo could be philosophical thoughts you have come upon that resonate for you, or values

In My Artist Studio Having a Lark of A Time I am having the time of my life exploring my new- found passion for painting. I have no formal training nor am I seeking that sort of study.  My engagement with acrylic paints, pastels and collage is purely impressionistic, and totally filled with personal pleasure. Currently

Portals of Personal Creativity If you look at life with the perspective that everything you do is art then there are endless portals to express your personal creativity. The clothing you choose to wear on a daily basis, the way you style your hair, your choice of watches and jewelry, the decor of your home,

Expanding Culinary Creativity  I have posted before that for me creating healthy and enjoyable meals for family and friends is a passion.  About six months ago, I started a weekly intention of something I simply call, “Sunday Supper.”  It is truly a throwback to what I believe many of you experienced in your childhood when

Creative Leadership CEO standing also for Creative Executive Official At least once in your lifetime (but most likely more than once), you will be called upon to play a leadership role. The opportunity may come in your recreational life when you are voted captain of a team, or you lead a group of travelers on an

Sharing Creative Ideas Speaking from Your heart Sometimes we get an opportunity to share creative ideas with a wider audience.  When we get the chance, it is often the impromptu questions that could be unnerving.  In those instances, I remember the advice of my husband Dan when I was nervous to speak to an audience,

Creating A Recipe   I am not a baker. Mostly because I have no self-restraint and can literally eat a batch of freshly made baked goods within hours. When the urge to bake, because I love to cook, comes upon me, I need to devise a plan for disbursement otherwise I am doomed. The thing

How Words Spark Creativity How can the power of words create inspirational imagery?  Think about how words, written and spoken create unique templates of thought in your mind.  This process is the essence of creativity. What does this thought evoke for you? What images come to your mind?  Are you inspired? What will you do