| May 15, 2010 | Lulla Pullooza |
| Quoteworthy |
“The lack of directed thought that comes during a creative break creates a chance for ideas to connect on a subconscious level. Breaks result in ‘eureka’ experiences of solutions, plans, or definitive directions. Profound discoveries make regular appearances during a pause. This is the mystery of inspiration, and one of the joys of being a creative mortal.”
— Jill Badonsky, Lull, Muse of Pause, Diversion, & Gratitude |
| In This Issue |
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May 15, 2010 Journal |
The Healing Power of Journaling
By Chris Dunmire, Publisher
Does creative expression act as a therapeutic conduit or outlet for you? It does for me. Reflecting on the act of expression makes me realize that the manifestations of my mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical selves is a poignant validation of life, of my existence.
The courage involved in allowing the emotional energies of joy, pain, love, and loss to move through my being to see the light of day must be rooted in a comforting, safe relationship of trust. Yes, trust in myself, and trust in the process of allowing the vulnerable fragments of my inner world to coalesce through medium and mode into form. These forms take shape into containers of writing and art and displays of physical movements which tax my muscles and challenge me to grow. Each moment (and movement) of creative birth gets wrapped in a warm blanket of assurance that I matter. I am matter. Yes, for me, this process is therapeutic, healing, and joyful.
If you're finding yourself indulging in an Artist's Soul Retreat this month, you'll love the new interview with Muse Lull (muse of pause, diversion, & gratitude) and this piece by Kristin Donovan: Journaling Heals All Wounds. (Read my reflections on Donovan's article in The Healing Power of Journaling.)
My Experience with The ThinkBuzan Creativity Test
Ashleigh Ryman, marketing executive at ThinkBuzan contacted me about taking part in 'a brand-new, ambitious new study their company is conducting, by way of an all-encompassing Creativity Test developed by Tony Buzan (leading lecturer on the brain and learning) called the ThinkBuzan System Test.'
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On Scott Belsky's Book: Making Ideas Happen
Behance founder and CEO Scott Belsky has just exhaled by publishing his 5-year book project Making Ideas Happen: Overcoming the Obstacles Between Vision and Reality. Scott asked if I'd help spread the word about his book, which I'm happy to do as he's been a prolific contributor on Creativity Portal 'Helping Creative People Make Ideas Happen' over the years. In exchange, he shares a fine piece related to the book that you'll enjoy if you're having problems finishing projects: Surviving The Project Plateau.
 Introducing Edward Glassman, PhD
I'm pleased to introduce Edward Glassman, PhD, as a new series author on Creativity Portal. From his bio: "Glassman wrote a column on Creativity At Work for the Citizen’s News-Record and a column on Business Creativity for the Triangle Business Journal in Raleigh. A Professor Emeritus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he wrote several books on creativity at work and founded the Program For Team Excellence and Creativity at the university." Read Glassman's first article: Improving Team Creativity at Work and visit his Web site: www.offbeatbooks.net. Welcome, Edward!
Chris Dunmire
Creatologist & Expressioneer
Creativity-Portal.com |
| Monthly Columns & Featured Series |
Interviews with The Nine Modern Day Muses (and a Bodyguard)
Lull: Muse of Pause, Diversion, and Gratitude
By Molly Anderson-Childers & Jill Badonsky
Sometimes, when you’re feeling blocked, stuck, or you just can’t see the forest for the trees, it’s valuable to take a step back, pause, and reflect. That’s where Lull comes in — the only Muse who will give you official permission to goof off!
Adventure Series Photo Writing Prompts
Adventure into Alberta, Canada
By Kristi Tencarre
Journey with me into the past, into the faerie realm, into the magical moments that make life special. Come with me to Alberta!
Creativity in Motion
Lesson Plan: Make a Word Relay
By Michele Batz
Designed especially for physical fitness fun (K-5), but brain-sharpening and active fun for agile adults, too! Includes printable word-point guide. |
More What's New @ the CP |
Surviving The Project Plateau
By Scott Belsky
You know you're in a project's plateau when you feel isolated and uncertain if your idea will ever see the light of day.
Improving Team Creativity at Work
By Edward Glassman, PhD
People with high creative ability will not produce highly creative outputs in stifling climates. Plus: Nurture The Creative Flame at Work
Journaling Heals All Wounds
By Kristin Donovan
The incredible healing power of journaling is invaluable during times of crisis. Journal writing provides a restorative form of self-care, guiding you through pain and into recovery.
Rite of Passage for the Creative
By Diana Rivera
The emergent creative is like a crusader of the unchartered world.
How to Make a Broken China Mosaic Garden Shovel
By Joy St. Germain
This is one of my favorite garden projects. It's an easy project that you can do even if you're new to mosaics. |
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