There are days when inspiration is not on our side. We get distracted by social networks, work piles up and our creativity block worsens.
It is a scenario that every creative happens to him from time to time. With little time to deliver that design and the muse does not appear, it is conspicuous by its absence when it is most needed. Frustration and bad mood make stress take over.
And is that How can we design if we are in a bad mood? You are unlikely to get a good job in that frame of mind. So one of the solutions to creative block is to improve our mood, and not to struggle with the blank page.
Nobody knows what you like more than yourself, however, here I give you a list of tips that could help you to get out of the black hole:
No comfort
If you are pigeonholed in that space full of sketches that come to nothing, file it away for now, get up from your chair and go get a glass of water. Get out of that non-comfort zone.
Inhale Exhale
Worrying about the project is a sign of a sense of responsibility. Try not to get too upset, that makes it more difficult. Inhale .. and exhale releasing tensions.
Social Media
While it is a distraction, it could show us news that is not entirely pleasant. Even if it costs you disconnect for the moment of them, and return to them when you have finished the work.
Listen to the music you like.
It is obvious that listening to that song or artist that makes us feel good is something easy. You can try creating a playlist with your favorite songs, and if it is to dance them or sing them at all costs, go for it! Expressing yourself is liberating and refreshes the mind.
Meet people you feel comfortable with
Of those people who contribute and do not subtract. That you they bring good ideas and they have a good topic of conversation or they just manage to laugh out loud. In case you don't have much time, make a call. There is always someone who can help.
A walk and get distracted
Forget about your desk and go for a walk through that door, alone or with your pet. Even if you are one of those who likes to take photographs, take your camera and take as many photos as you want somewhere of your interest. Explore textures, angles, lights and colors. The right side of your brain will be grateful.
Indulge yourself
Just as the famous brand of chocolates invites us to take a break, because that's what it's all about, indulge yourself. Go for a snack that gives us pleasure, without generating a feeling of guilt, It is a quick way to get rid of the bad mood.
Research and apply
Curiosity is what drives us to investigate, and therefore to deepen our knowledge of the work to be done. This research work translates into a greater mastery of the subject and translates into a quality design. As Picasso said "Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working".
Think out of the box
Our own life experiences have configured our mind to see and understand the world in a certain way. Our mental model is not unique or the best. Assuming this is the first step to re-educate our mind and be able to focus on the world with different eyes.
"If you want different results, do not do the same". A. Einstein
Alternate between method and chaos
To streamline the creative process, you need to follow some rules, a certain systematization. But keep in mind that an excess of rules can inhibit and complicate the creative process so alternating between both extremes can be a healthy combination. Although it is difficult to assimilate, from chaos also arises order.
Dedicate yourself to what you like
It is true that it is not always possible but creativity has a lot to do with the passion we put into what we do. An effective and fast way to be happy is do what we like.
Overcome the fear of failure
Creativity has a lot to do with experimentation and to experiment we need to overcome our fears. Creativity feeds on our ability to surprise ourselves, get excited and enter as children in the world of the unknown.
Images - Antonio Moubayed