Your vision is real. You’re not making it up. Your creative yearnings—the ones that whisper in quiet moments or shout during sleepless nights—are real. They’re not some fanciful daydreams to dismiss. Whether it’s a story waiting to be written, a business idea taking shape, or a vision for your life that keeps nudging at you,…
Creativity happens when we make unusual connections, turning what is familiar into something strange. We often assume certain things naturally go together—like a boat, duck, and water. But when we pair unexpected elements, we step into creative terrain. For example, imagine the absurd combination of a “ham sandwich” and “hair gel.” While clearly nonsensical, this…
Creating something new requires more than just time in your schedule or a physical workspace. While these “linear spaces” are important, true creativity demands a different kind of space—imaginal space. What Is Imaginal Space? Imaginal space is the realm where transformation and creativity truly take root. Let me share a personal example: Recently, I was…
David Lynch, the legendary director of films like The Elephant Man and Eraserhead, was once asked by Terry Gross on Fresh Air what he does when he makes a movie. After a long pause, he replied, “You know, when I’m making a movie, I don’t know what I’m doing.” Of course, something is guiding him,…
“Imagination is when you dream and play at the same time.” This profound statement came from a five-year-old. Michelle, a kindergarten teacher, shared it on my Facebook page, and it has stayed with me ever since. Children have a way of distilling wisdom into the simplest, most poetic expressions. In just a few words, this…
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