Deadlines and stress can be detrimental to the creative process. It causes our creative energy to freeze and often fail. I admit there are few people who thrive under stress, but for the rest of us it’s hard to maintain a productive flow of creative thoughts while dealing with stress. There are 4 steps that I have found beneficial in nurturing the creative process.

1.Space/Distance:
When you feel overwhelmed by the “stuff” that needs to be done, it’s hard to focus on the playful quality needed to harness creative energy. First find a quiet place where you can spend time and not be interrupted by anything. Turn off your computer, phone, and anything else that might make noise. Put distance between yourself and anything that might distract you.

2. time:
Allow yourself a set amount of time. Whether it’s daily, weekly, or monthly, make sure you schedule the same amount of time for each session. Divide this into two sections: For example: You have two hours to dedicate to being creative time. The first 30 minutes you can concentrate and banish the strange things from your mind. Write down ideas or review notes or doodles you’ve accumulated. This is your time to explore, grope, ponder things, and even make mistakes. This time leave room for your brain to shift gears. The next 90 minutes you discover that you have produced a firm platform for a better quality mindset. You will find that you are more focused and full of energy. Your ideas will be better organized and you will have a better idea of ​​how to proceed with them. This will bring an element of fluidity to your creative process.

3. Self-confidence:
You have to be willing to stand firm with the understanding that you will create the best you can. Go forward boldly, if you make a mistake take a step back, reassess and decide if you want to continue on this path or choose a different one. This is your time to explore, be brave and have fun.

4. laugh:
Creative adventures are meant to be fun. So relax and enjoy the ride. Explore your creative ideas and discover what wonderful places they can take you. Make it fun; remember that something created out of joy will be much more satisfying than something created out of stress.

Over time, this process will become easier, and before you know it, you’ll be looking forward to your creative time and you’ll be amazed not only by the number of creative ideas you produce, but also proud that you created them. . .
Most of all remember this is to be fun!