What Makes Me Creative?


June 2, 2026

We manage large amounts of knowledge that helps us find new connections, recombine ideas, as well as, come up with original ideas.

Happiness can spark creativity

Being artistic or musical is just a small part of being creative. It is the ability to make or use original and unusual ideas. Creativity is about noticing connections between different things. Being creative doesn’t have to result in a famous piece of art.

When you are happy and working on a special surprise for someone, that spark of joy brings out your creative mind.

Thinking outside the lines

Working with children definitely requires a lot of creative thinking! From keeping them occupied, to getting them to eat their carrots, to going to bed at night. Your mind is at work.

Trying new make-up, hair styles or clothes is another way we use our creative flair.

Did you recently plant a garden? Deciding on what plants and where to plant them is your own original creation.

Rearranging your furniture is another inventive thought process that shows your creativity.

Many crafts bloom from day-to-day activities like mending and tending to items around the house. This can in turn spark crafts in sewing, weaving, carpentry and metal work.

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Every time you tweak a recipe or add a new ingredient, you are being creative.

Exploring and expanding

Exploring and expanding on new ideas can help start new creative pathways in our brain.

Ever do something by accident? Some times those mistakes turn into a better result than the original one!

The key to being creative

Acting on ideas is the key to being creative. The number One killer of creativity is being afraid of making a mistake. Creativity requires the freedom to make mistakes without judging yourself too soon. You can put the finer touches on the results later.

Albert Einstein thought that, “Creativity is intelligence in having fun.”

Anyone can be creative

Anyone can be creative by experimenting, exploring, asking questions and using your imagination.

It is good for your health, decreases stress and improves your immune system. Friends can be found through creative activities. It promotes community and common interests.

Final thoughts

The next time you dismiss yourself as not being creative, push past that thought and remember all the original thoughts and decisions you have already made!

Kelly


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