The Anxiety Of Performing
A leading creativity coach Eric Maisel discusses "performing" as a classic anxiety producer. It consists of a great many different fears: the fear of being seen as flawed, the fear of criticism, the fear of disappointing people, the fear of being in power, the fear of embarrassment and humiliation, the fear of imperfection, the fear of loss of control, and even more dramatic fears like the fear of loss of love and approval and the fear of annihilation. The better a job you do of detaching from outcomes, getting a grip on your negative thoughts, and approaching life philosophically, the more likely it will be that you will be able to perform. From Destruction To Creations: Destroyed trees in city park carved into beautiful works of art. Devastation from fierce storms prompts something beautiful to be created out of the destruction. Sometimes, bad things can be turned into something useful, even beautiful. Mourning the loss of these sacred trees was surely a dark time for Amboy Illinois residents, but it's what happened next—how the people chose to respond to the tragedy that makes my heart soar. It's an inspiring example of allowing the light of possibility to shine through the darkness of defeat. See also the tree sculptures that were created. Flavor 18: Composition
From: Flavours of Thought, Recipes for Fresh Thinking—By Tom Evans 20 Questions—Be Inspired! Fiona Robyn has something to share with you about writing and the fear of failure and overcoming it with these useful tips. Freedom for...
What do you really want when you want freedom?—By Kevin Nixon Creativity Triggers for College Students
Having taught college students for 30+ years, Edward Glassman, PhD provides guidance to college students about staying creative in school.