What do you do if you're feeling stuck in a creative rut?

Best to take the focus away from the current problem and reset by focusing on all things you – putting more energy into other areas, which make up the wheel of life will begin to clear the mind of stress that inherently has also become part of the problem. A good precursor to moving to other areas of focus is to be in the present, focus on breath and even if just for a few moments, nothing else. This will help to clear the mind! Also, find personal enrichment by putting focus into areas of life that you’ve possibly neglected – family, faith, the gym or a hobby. Or, find something new that helps open the heart and the mind – yoga, tai chi, an early a.m. or lunch time walks can all help.

In my experience as a transformational coach, acknowledging the rut is indeed the first step towards overcoming it. Mindfulness allows us to detach from the situation and observe. Creating a space for understanding. This acceptance is not just about recognizing the creative block, but also about acknowledging our fears, doubts, and emotional baggage that might be contributing to it.

"Creative Ruts" often result from our refusal to address our underlying fears. If we procrastinate our angst builds. Be present with your anxiety. Don't "script" but attempt to sit still, breathe deeply, and envision the desired outcome. Solutions come through calm.

When feeling stuck in a creative rut, what can you do? 1. Take a break to recharge. 2. Seek inspiration from different sources. 3. Collaborate with others for new ideas. 4. Try new techniques or approaches. 5. Experiment and embrace imperfection. 6. Stay patient and persistent in the creative process.

Shifting your focus allows you to shift your inner energy. It takes power away from the stuckness. Something as simple as standing up and moving your body can be a great way to shift your focus. I practice with my clients a breath reset, you shift your focus to your breath for one minute, and stuck energy shifts.

"New Experiences" take us out of our routine and comfort zones. Your "Personal Growth", comfortable or not, is inevitably the result obtained from New Experiences and experience obtained from the event.

Some of the things I find helpful is to center myself with Mother Earth by praying, meditating, while practicing sensory deprivation to avoid any visual and audio interference. I find that my creative and inspirational self are able to flow without any self absorbed interference or objections.

Consistency is often correctly cited as one of the most important factors for getting an impact from your creative efforts. I have experienced the truth of this myself, so I don't fight it. Your creative efforts can be influenced in a wonderful way by your life experience. I think that's a good thing. If you are in a creative rut, embracing new experiences can help you rest, get fresh ideas, and see the world in a new way. I find this frequently leads to more creative ideas for me and new possibilities for applications of my skills. The good thing is that it's also essential to a good and well-rounded life. In this way, a creative rut can sometimes be an opportunity to shift gears and try something new.

All of us are different, but this is the most important step for me when my creativity is lacking. If I struggle with creativity, it usually means I need rest. This can be hard because there's always a fear that the creativity will never return. I have learned to have faith in myself. After a break or rest period, I have almost always been rewarded by a surge of new ideas and a renewed enjoyment of the creative process. Mindfulness can be wonderful for creativity because it provides the mental space that fosters new ideas. But sometimes that space needs to be time for true rest and recovery.

Ego is hardwired into our DNA. It gives us the "Fight or Flight Response" and will remain with us through our lives. Our ego has us repeating the same mistakes with bad consequences. Seize the moment of decision, change your course, and celebrate the outcome.