Creativity is a skill that can be learnt.

For me

• creativity is not about copying something.
• It is about being unique and original.
• It is a shadow of who you are.
• Too much rigidity, discipline, planning, stifles creativity.
• Creativity is the best when there is no fear of loosing or delivering a bad outcome.

How do I do it ?

• I gather as much information as possible on the subject and create a loose framework.
• Then I go on improvising at every step of the task as it unfolds.

What is the experience/result so far?

• In writing- it works.
• In holidays -it gives best results
• At work- mixed results but mostly it works.
• In cooking – mostly the outcome is self-satisfying but inedible dish.

How to learn the skill of being creative!

• Have an open mind.
• Cultivate a creative mindset. – Have a mindset where every challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow.
• Practice mindfulness – Be in the present. Here yoga, meditation, exercises etc. help.
• Have diverse experience. – Expose yourself to wide range of influences. You may get inspiration from unexpected sources.
• Embrace uncertainity.
• Collaborate and source feedback.
• Be in creative surroundings.. – Be in company of good music, good books and like minded friends.
• Embrace failure

Most important of all – Just do it!