29 Ways to Stay Creative - Homeschooling Teen

It’s said that we’re all creative when we’re young, but as we grow older many of us lose the childhood creativity that allows us to think outside the box. So how do you hold on to the creativity that you still have?

Well, one of the best things you can do to stay creative is simply do something different. Venturing out of your basic routine should get the creative juices flowing. This means setting aside your laptop or smartphone and allowing room for creative thought. Go for a walk, get some exercise and fresh air. Most of us focus on our work all the time and let it drain our creativity.

Likewise, a cluttered workspace can be distracting and mentally draining, so organize your writing desk. Another important factor in staying creative is maintaining your energy level, whether through listening to music, nibbling on dark chocolate, or sipping coffee. Of course, a good night’s sleep always helps, too. 🙂

Lists, infographics, and videos are simple educational tools that can help inspire or motivate people to explore their creativity. For this post we’ve put together “29 Ways To Stay Creative” in three different ways: 1) as a list; 2) as an infographic; and 3) as a video. Each style effectively illustrates the creative process and methods to keep a person productive and moving forward.

Need some motivation or inspiration to finish a project? Here are 29 Ways to Stay Creative! Enjoy!

1. Make lists
2. Carry a notebook everywhere
3. Try free writing
4. Get away from the computer
5. Quit beating yourself up
6. Take breaks
7. Sing in the shower
8. Drink coffee
9. Listen to new music
10. Be open
11. Surround yourself with creative people
12. Get feedback
13. Collaborate
14. Don’t give up
15. Practice Practice Practice
16. Allow yourself to make mistakes
17. Go somewhere new
18. Count your blessings
19. Get lots of rest
20. Take risks
21. Break the rules
22. Don’t force it
23. Read a page of the dictionary
24. Create a framework
25. Stop trying to be someone else’s perfect
26. Got an idea? Write it down
27. Clean your workplace
28. Have fun
29. Finish something!