'The Artist's Way' Week 5: Looking For Small Evolutions | Defector
Briefly

After five weeks of a 12-week creativity course, participants notice a decline in initial enthusiasm but realize that breakthroughs arise incrementally. Engaging in practices like morning pages helps individuals confront their feelings of anxiety and scarcity thinking. By committing to reflection, participants explore ways to embrace fulfilling experiences and relationships rather than limiting themselves. This gradual recognition of personal growth underscores the importance of consistency and self-reflection in the creative process.
"I've been feeling really anxious and scattered, so that made it hard for me to feel connected to the process. Reflecting on my scarcity thinking was a big theme this week."
"One reason we are miserly with ourselves is scarcity thinking. We don't want our luck to run out. I have decided that I've hit the limit of how much 'good' I'm allowed to have."
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