TCOY Thursday: Create

Create Create Create

I really think that it is important to explore yourself in as many different ways as possible. This helps you to become a more rounded individual.

Sometimes I believe that I haven't achieved anything or that because I am not great at something or lack passion that I don't have anything that defines me. I usually define myself as mediocre. For instance, I like to sew. But I'm not a genius and the things I make are simple and basic. And I guess I'm okay with that. I LOVE to dance, but I don't have perfect turnout, placement or technique - but I guess I'm okay with that too. I suppose all this "mediocrity" or lack of deep passion or perfection in one area opens me up to explore a lot of things. And I'm okay with that too. 

To me, creation is personal expression. You can create anything you want in any form or medium that you choose. So long that you are creating something, you are enriching your mind. As adults, our childhood imagination and creativity has been squashed out of us so that we must conform to standards in society. Being creative and imaginative as adults can help us to succeed in our careers if we have some goofy idea for a product or project. If it's something outside the box, it just might work. 

Take the time to explore different things. It doesn't matter if you're perfect at it or even good at it. You're taking the time to massage those cells in your noggin into creative energy. Just do it!! If you don't like what you make, throw it out, start over, try something else. Repetitive cycle. And if you find something that you absolutely love, stick with it!

Here's my Creative list:
Cooking, knitting, and sewing are my top choices for being creative. I want to learn to crochet at some point. I am currently trying to get into cross stitch. My goal is to start this summer. I have all my supplies, I just need to make something. I have an idea... to make something sassy to go into our guest bathroom but I just cannot pinpoint what I want. I also have a LOT of ideas for other crafty ventures. Seriously, Pinterest is the source for being crafty and creative.