Creativity is an important part of being human, but as we get older, it can seem less accessible. No one is going to invite you to spend half an hour making art as an adult, and you probably have other responsibilities and priorities. But it’s a myth that you get too old to be creative, and there are plenty of creative things you can do, even if you can only dedicate a few minutes a day.
How to become more creative in seconds!
Notice I didn’t say “how to be creative” I said “how to be more creative”. I hear a lot of adults say that they “just aren’t creative” and that’s just not true. Don’t tell me you’ve never come up with a new solution to a problem you’re having or picked a flashy paint color because you liked it. There are plenty of ways you’re probably already creative, even if you don’t realize it. It’s time to give yourself credit for your creativity and build on it.
If you’re someone who struggles to pick up a new hobby or start a new project, you can remove some of the obstacles for yourself by choosing something you already enjoy or are good at. This might look like using a flower press if you already enjoy being outdoors or gardening, or it might look like choosing a craft activity with fabrics if you’re really into fashion. The goal of building on your strengths is to ease your way into a more creative mindset without having to do too much mental recalibration.
If you’ve been hesitant to take on a creative project because you’re afraid you won’t be good at it, I have good news for you: you don’t have to make anything that will be considered “good” or even “finished.” The process of creating is rewarding in itself, and if you don’t like the first or even the fifth thing you make, there’s no shame in that. The great thing about making a collage or sewing a bag for yourself is that if it doesn’t turn out the way you want, there’s no penalty and you get points for trying. If there are things you discover along the way that you want to do differently, you can do that on your next project.
