Let's talk about Creativity reflecting on TED Talk / Ethan Hawke

Give yourself permission to be creative | Ethan Hawke | TED

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRS9Gek4V5Q

So, let's sit down and have a talk about creativity, inspired by some thought-provoking insights from Ethan Hawke.

Imagine we're just hanging out, sipping our favorite drinks, and mulling over why letting our creative side loose is not just nice but necessary.

Ethan Hawke shared some cool stories and ideas in his talk. He mentioned Allen Ginsberg, a poet who didn't care if people thought he was odd for singing a Hari Krishna song on TV . He just did his thing. And that's kind of the first takeaway here:

doing your thing, no matter how out there it might seem, is what creativity is all about.

Now, think about your own life. You've got a job, maybe kids, bills to pay, and a whole list of to-do. Where does creativity fit into this everyday hustle? It's easy to think,

"I'm not an artist. Why bother?"

But here's the thing: creativity isn't just for painters or poets. It's for all of us. It's about finding new ways to solve problems, spice up your daily routine, or even just daydream about your next vacation.

Ethan talks about how we're all connected through creativity.

Whether it's cooking a meal, doodling on a notepad, or even coming up with a clever way to reorganize your closet, it's all creativity.

And it matters because it's how you put your unique stamp on the world, even in small ways.

But let's be real, diving into creativity can feel like a luxury when you're swamped with everyday responsibilities. It's like,

"Sure, I'd love to write a poem, but first, I need to do the dishes and answer a million emails."

The trick is to give yourself permission to be creative, even in the midst of the chaos. It doesn't have to be a big project. Just something that lets you flex those creative muscles.

Ethan suggests that we follow what we love, what makes us curious, and see where it leads. Maybe you love gardening, experimenting with recipes, or doodling. Whatever it is, it's your way of exploring and expressing your creativity.

And guess what? It's totally okay to be a little selfish with your time to pursue these things. It's like giving your brain a mini-vacation.

So, why not try it?

Next time you're feeling bogged down by the daily grind, take a ten-minute break to do something purely for the joy of it. Sketch a quick cartoon, write a silly haiku, dance to your favorite song, or just daydream about a fantasy world.

It's about making space for your creative self, even if it's just a few minutes.

In the grand scheme, embracing your creativity isn't just about making something cool;

it's about reminding yourself that there's more to life than just ticking off tasks.

So you have to ask yourself, do you think human creativity matters? Well, hmm, most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about poetry, right? They have a life to live and they’re not really that concerned with Allen Ginsberg’s poems or anybody’s poems until their father dies. They go to a funeral, you lose a child, somebody breaks your heart. They don’t love you anymore. And all of a sudden you’re desperate for making sense out of this life. And has anybody ever felt this bad before? How did they come out of this cloud?

It's about connecting with yourself and others in a more meaningful, playful way. And who knows? That little spark of creativity might just be the thing that brightens your day and maybe even inspires someone else along the way.

So, here's to giving ourselves the nod to be creative, to mess up, to explore, and to enjoy the process, just like Ethan Hawke encourages us to.

After all, life's too short not to sprinkle a little creativity into our everyday hustle.

Here's the thing: I get it. Life's busy. It's full of to-do lists that never seem to end, unexpected problems that pop up, and all those little daily duties that, frankly, can be a bit of a drag.

But here's a little secret I've discovered, inspired by Ethan Hawke's musings: carving out a space for creativity in the midst of all this isn't just refreshing; it's essential. And truly!

Think of it as your secret weapon against the mundane. A little oasis of 'you' time where the rules of the outside world don't apply. Whether it's jotting down a few lines of a poem while your coffee brews or doodling on the corner of a napkin during lunch, these moments of creativity are like little acts of rebellion against the daily grind.

I've found that when I allow myself these small creative escapes, not only do I feel more energized, but I also find myself approaching everyday challenges with a fresher perspective. It's like those moments of creativity are not just breaks from the routine but also fuel that powers my problem-solving engines.

We have to know ourselves. What do you love? And if you get close to what you love, who you are is revealed to you and it expands.

So, here's my personal invitation to you: join me in this little experiment.

Let's pledge to give ourselves the freedom to be whimsically creative every day, even in the smallest ways. Who knows? That little doodle, that snippet of a song, or that half-page of scribbled dialogue might just be the beginning of something wonderful.

Are we spending it (life) doing what’s important to us? Most of us not...

After all, creativity isn't just about making art; it's about making life a bit more colorful, a bit more meaningful, and a whole lot more enjoyable.

Let's not wait for the perfect moment to unleash our creative spirits.

Let's make our moments perfect by infusing them with our creativity. Here's to living a life splashed with our own unique colors, one day at a time.

Creativity…It’s the way we heal each other.

Cheers to our creative journeys ahead!

It’s actually super easy. You just have to follow your love, right? There is no path. There’s no path till you walk it and you have to be willing to play the fool, so don’t, you know, read the book that you should read, read the book you want to read. Don’t listen to the music that you used to like. You know, take some time to listen to some new music. Take some time to talk to somebody that you don’t normally talk to.

I guarantee if you do that, you will feel foolish.

That’s the point.

Play the fool.

Have fun!

Aletta Nagy-Kozma, from Aletta Focus Marketing