The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

I decided to read this book because even though I’m an art major, at times I feel I’m just not that creative. However, this book didn’t reveal anything new to me. Instead it just reemphasized what I already knew to be true. The key message is that you just have to do more of what you want to do in order to be successful. You must make it a habit to practice your chosen craft be it dancing, painting, composing music, etc, a little bit everyday.
This is easier said than done. Hence the remainder of the book deals with the processes involved with helping to form habits in your chosen genre. The book did have some insightful stories and quotes into people’s lives of dedication. One such the book focused on was Mozart. The book explained how it took so much time and work for him to become proficient in creating his masterpieces. From this example we are encouraged creative success through dedication and hard work.
The book gives examples of men and women who have been successful dedicating their lives to their chosen craft. However, it soon became apparent to me that the cost involved to have creative success might be more than most people are able to give. The time involved and dedicated to the perfecting of one’s craft might be the main distinguishing factor between the elite and the mediocre.
In conclusion, the book issues some ideas to make your habit forming more productive such as setting aside the same time everyday to engage in your craft, or giving yourself some sort of reward for your diligence. However in the end the message is clear. For those who are struggling with the feeling of being challenged creatively the ultimate key to success the book presents emphatically follows the old adage, practice makes perfect.  

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

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Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

I liked what I did read of this already, and I firmly believe that a lot can be gained by reading it. However, it was apparent from very early in the book that this is most appropriate for a type of ... Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

Stopped at 54% - lost interest. Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

put this one aside for a while - having a hard time getting into it. I'm finding it to be interesting but it's not grabbing me. Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

so far [midway through] thoroughly enjoying her words of wisdom. Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

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Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

I'm really enjoying this! I've been reading it bit by bit on my lunch breaks. It's helpful in terms of thinking through your own creative process and also hearing about someone else's. I think creativity is one of those things people don't reflect on very much and aren't aware of. Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

Awesome for anyone struggling to fulfill their burning creativity! Read full review

Review: The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life

Being creative isn't everything. One needs to focus. It's mostly about that. Some good points, some ok-ish. Not sure how much of it one would really apply in life. Read full review