Lowering creative standards at the beginning of a project can improve creativity. High expectations can hinder initial progress, as perfectionism prevents the full expression of ideas. By embracing imperfect first drafts, we create art for editing, ultimately improving quality through consistent creative practice and completion rather than avoidance.
Not all creative advice works for everyone. Learn how to filter guidance, avoid common pitfalls, and build confidence by recognising when to follow advice—and when to trust your own creative instincts.
Why do most unfinished songs or art fail early in their creation? Most art fails early because decisions aren’t made. Too many options stall progress Decision fatigue can significantly hinder creativity. Each choice we make requires mental energy, and as that reserve diminishes, so does our ability to think creatively or approach problems with fresh
Some creative beliefs only make sense in hindsight. I believed in perfection; I needed faith in the imperfect. I believed my creations needed to be perfect. I was wrong. Learning that has enabled me to create, and enjoy creating.
Hello worlds! As we kick off the New Year of 2025, I thought it would be fun to share my journal collection with you all. I’ve got my brand-new daily planner, music and fiction journals, and a bunch of vocab books. This week’s vlog shares my current journal set-up. What are your favourite journals?
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My word for 2025 is Odyssey. It is a guiding word, something to meditate on during the dismal grey days of February, or the oppressive heat of June. I believe this provides the perfect balance between a dedicated journey with purpose alongside the very real distractions of living and being.
Odyssey noun a long and eventful or adventurous journey or experience: journey, voyage, trek, travels, quest, crusade, pilgrimage, wandering, journeying;
It doesn’t limit itself to the self-development or spiritual growth of a pilgrimage but can encompass it. It is a me sort of word, with multiple meanings and aspects around a theme.
Of course, one can’t truly think of the word “odyssey” without a brief mention of Homer’s renowned classic. I find the Wikipedia entry on the poem’s themes particularly insightful.
Or, a journey to a place, without a set course, with friends, family and others, a journey that will test my skills and abilities, and provide moments of spiritual contemplation and revelation.
On a more practical note, this odyssey will involve music making, digital and traditional art, multimedia, lots of learning and looking after my physical health.
I’ll share more as the year passes. I have been working on 25 goals/habits for 2025. The first and primary one is to vlog/blog each week, so I’ll have plenty of opportunities to let you know how things are going.
In the meantime, I have to do some preparation work for January. I still can’t believe we’ve spent another year in orbit around our star. I hope and pray that it was a good one for you, and may 2025 bring blessings to you all.
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Hello worlds! I found myself thinking about how it is perfectionism created by myself, which, ironically, destroys my creativity. This week’s vlog examines how I must embrace the unknown and let creativity flow.
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Hello worlds! I have found myself in a creative rut, my creativity has become automated and feels unnatural. This week’s vlog is all about beginning to rewild my imagination and creativity.
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Hello worlds! I made a video for my song “We’re not Actors” from the album “The Same Old Fear”. You can listen to the music on all streaming platforms. If you like it give it a thumbs up and subscribe and add to playlists etc.
Lyrics:
We stumble together, so sure yet insecure We’re diamonds from dust, the pressure’s mounting, these steps the cure I’ll quote Murakami, something from Kafka on the Shore, It’s just a diversion because I know there’s something more But the light is too bright, I shake I’m under the spotlight
We’re not actors We’re not film stars We’re not filters Image captures
We dance without routine, these steps ancient and worn A ballet of passion, the step’s quickening, new rhythm born You whisper the lyrics in this new context they’re alive We feel beyond meaning for this act was divined The light shining bright, we shake, and dance in the spotlight
We’re not actors We’re not film stars We’re not filters Image captures
We’re not actors We’re not film stars We’re not filters Image captured
We’re not avatars We’re not film stars We’re not filtered Just distractions
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Hello worlds! This week’s vlog looks at how we may need to change our minds or opinions to get truly creative. And it all starts with the question, when was the last time you changed your mind?
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