Guest Post by Lesley Phillips
Creativity, Writing and How
to Make Your Visions Real
“Imagination is the
beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine,
and at last, you create what you will”
“You see things; and you
say, ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were; and I say, ‘Why not’?”
These quotes from George
Bernard Shaw validate my personal experience of writing. They contain all
the ingredients for successful creativity. First you must have the desire to
write and believe that you are capable of writing. Then you must be able to
visualize what you wish to write about, and finally capture it on the page.
The Desire to Write
All creations emerge from desire. This applies to absolutely
everything you create in your life, such as works of art and literature; as
well as positive experiences and unfortunate circumstances. It is based on a
universal truth, which states that energy follows thought. This means that when
you have particular thoughts you are directing your energy towards that
outcome. Having the desire to write is a necessary ingredient in becoming a
writer.
Belief in Yourself
If you wish to make your creativity a conscious process; and let’s
face it, on the level of creating your life that seems like a really good idea;
then it’s important that you believe in yourself as a powerful creator. For
example, if you want to create abundance you must believe that this is
possible. It follows, if you want to write, you must believe that you are a
writer.
Visualize Your Creation
I was able to write the “The Midas Tree” because I was able to see
the story. I have come to understand that this how many creative people
function from Einstein to J.K. Rowling. If we go back to the concept that
energy follows thought then this makes sense. By consciously picturing what you
want to create, this law gets to work for you.
Don’t Be Controlling
Did you ever notice if you hold onto something too tightly it slips
from your grasp? Also if you impose unnecessary limits, due to pre-conceived
ideas about what your creation should be like, then you restrict what is
possible. This is often the case when we engage the intellect; it interferes
with our creativity, because creativity is limitless, whereas the intellect is
logical and linear.
Recognize Your Creations
The other side about being too particular about what we wish to
create is that we may not recognize good ideas when they come to us. We may not
recognize people or circumstances that arrive in our lives to stimulate our creativity
and as a direct result of the desires we wish to fulfill.
Allow Yourself to Have
This is a big one. A lot of people are great at visioning what they
want, but when it arrives on their doorstop, then do not feel worthy, or they
put other people first, so that their happiness always comes last. This might
translate to a writing career, where opportunities always get put on the back
burner because of the need to earn money, look after the family and so forth.
Overcome Limits
I’m a meditation teacher. So this is an area where I find I am able
to help people a lot. Meditation is a great way to let go of self limiting
beliefs. For example: I can only have so much, I am not talented enough, it’s
too competitive out there, its difficult for a first time author to be
successful. Meditation allows you to see them as the lies they are and release
them from your reality.
Celebrate Your Creations
I’m happy to say that I followed my own advice when I wrote my book
and now am able to celebrate its birth into the world. If this process worked
for me then it can work for you too. Even if you don’t want to be a writer, you
can apply these tips to your life. After all every one of us is hear to create.
Dr Lesley Phillips is a
speaker, author, workshop leader, spiritual and meditation teacher based in
Vancouver BC, Canada. Her novel, The Midas Tree will be born on 11th
November 2011
Twitter: @DrLesleyP
What a great post!! I'm glad you were able to stay true to yourself.
ReplyDeleteInspiring! Thanks for posting :)
ReplyDeleteLove this post!
ReplyDeleteSo inspiring and really got me thinking.
Especially the part "Don't be controlling"
Thanks so much for sharing this!
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