Embrace the messiness of the creative process from "summary" of Accidental Genius by Mark Levy
When it comes to being creative, many people mistakenly believe that the process should be neat and orderly. They think that creativity is a linear process that follows a clear and structured path. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. Creativity is messy. It's chaotic. It's unpredictable. And that's okay. By embracing the messiness of the creative process, you give yourself permission to explore new ideas, take risks, and make mistakes. You allow yourself to think outside the box, to break the rules, and to challenge the status quo. Creativity thrives in chaos. It feeds off of uncertainty and thrives on ambiguity. When you embrace the messiness of the creative process, you open yourself up to a world of possibilities. You become mor...
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