My good friend Jan Phillips and her co-author Ruth Westreich joined me for this podcast interview about their new book entitled “Creativity Unzipped-Why Your Thoughts Matter“. In my interview with both Jan and Ruth we discuss we discussed how creative blocks are the biggest challenge that any artists, entrepreneur , author or creative person faces.
Jan states “we are hardwired to find creative solutions to complex problems, but there’s a problem with our software–inherited beliefs and cultural conditioning”. How we develop our beliefs and hold on to them does more to stifle our creativity that almost anything.
This book is different, the message is that you already know everything you need to know to be fully expressed, creative agent. Jan quotes Meister Eckhart, the German mystic, and he says that the process of enlightenment is one of subtraction, not addition. To become luminous, we must let go of the darkness, let go of our negative beliefs–luminous is a natural state.
As we proceed in the act of creation, the litmus test is always about authenticity. It is about your voice, your soul, your story coming through this peace. The idea or seed your cultivating has surfaced for a purpose and awaits the originality only you can bring to it.
If you are attempting to tap into your creativity, then I recommend that you read “Creativity Unzipped“. Jan & Ruth take the reader on a journey that explores the reason for your creative blocks, and provides you with way to tap back into the creative genius that lurks within.
If you want more information about Jan Phillips & Ruth Westreich I recommend that you visit the book website by clicking here.
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