Creativity & Connection
Ignite your creativity and cultivate deeper connections with yourself and others.
Just Starting? Begin Here…
For those exploring the power of creativity and authentic connection, these foundational resources will help you tap into your creative flow and nurture meaningful relationships:
📖 Book: Big Magic – Elizabeth Gilbert (Exploring the magic and freedom of creativity)
🎙 Podcast: The Creative Pep Talk Podcast – Inspiring creatives to embrace their journey and unleash their full potential
▶ YouTube Video: Elizabeth Gilbert: Your Elusive Creative Genius (A TED talk on overcoming fear in creativity)
💡 Action Step: Create a “creativity ritual” that you can do daily for 15 minutes. It could be journaling, sketching, dancing—whatever feels true to you.
Daily Affirmations for Creativity & Connection
Use these affirmations to awaken your creativity and deepen your connections with yourself and others:
💡 "I am a vessel of creativity, and I allow it to flow freely through me."
💡 "My creativity connects me to the world around me, and I nurture meaningful bonds."
💡 "I trust that my ideas are valuable and worthy of expression."
💡 "Every connection I make is a step towards deeper understanding and growth."
💡 "I am open to the beauty that exists in each moment and in every interaction."
Journal Prompts for Deep Reflection
📝 "What does creativity look like for me, and how can I invite more of it into my daily life?"
📝 "How do I feel when I’m in creative flow, and how can I cultivate that more?"
📝 "What connections in my life inspire me to be my true self?"
📝 "When I think about my creative goals, what’s holding me back from fully stepping into them?"
📝 "What are the top three things that bring me joy in my creative practice?"
Books
📖 Big Magic – Elizabeth Gilbert (Unleashing creativity and letting go of fear)
📖 The Artist's Way – Julia Cameron (A guide to recovering your creative self)
📖 The War of Art – Steven Pressfield (Overcoming resistance in creative pursuits)
📖 Steal Like an Artist – Austin Kleon (Practical inspiration for creative living)
📖 Creative Confidence – Tom Kelley & David Kelley (Unleashing creativity in work and life)
📖 The Creative Habit – Twyla Tharp (Building a creative practice and making creativity a habit)
📖 Show Your Work! – Austin Kleon (The importance of sharing your creative process)
📖 Dare to Lead – Brené Brown (Creativity and vulnerability in leadership and connection)
📖 The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz (Personal freedom and authentic connection)
📖 How to Be an Artist – Jerry Saltz (Transforming how you approach creativity and self-expression)
Podcasts
🎙 The Creative Pep Talk Podcast – Helping creatives unlock their potential and overcome self-doubt
🎙 The Unmistakable Creative – Inspiring stories of creative entrepreneurs and thought leaders
🎙 The Art of Charm – Personal growth and building deeper relationships
🎙 Unlocking Us – Brené Brown on vulnerability, creativity, and connection
🎙 Making Sense – Sam Harris on creativity, consciousness, and connection
🎙 The Creative Life – Exploring the intersection of creativity, purpose, and life satisfaction
YouTube Videos & Channels
▶ Elizabeth Gilbert: Your Elusive Creative Genius (How to embrace creativity without fear)
▶ Brené Brown: The Power of Vulnerability (The link between vulnerability, creativity, and connection)
▶ Austin Kleon: Show Your Work (Creative tips on sharing your work with the world)
▶ TEDx Talks: The Power of Creative Confidence (How confidence impacts creative output)
▶ Marie Forleo: Everything Is Figureoutable (Creating with confidence and connecting through purpose)
Community & Support
Join these inspiring communities that foster creativity and meaningful connection:
@austinkleon – Creativity in the modern world
@creativelive – Courses and inspiration for creative professionals
@brenebrown – Embracing vulnerability and connecting authentically
@mattgottesman – Reminding you what’s possible when you trust your gifts
