It is my observation that we are all inherently creative souls but that we tend to become less creative as we get older.
If we observe children they are very creative and have a youthful and unrestrained creativity that is free from concern about what others might think.
They allow their imaginations free rein in their play and their drawing, coloring and singing and dancing.
They set no limitations on their imaginations.
They plan exciting futures full of fun, excitement and thrills without a second thought about why they might not be able to achieve these things.
It is only as we get older and are told that it is not practical to think this way that we begin to lose our enthusiasm and thus, we use our creativity less and less.
I have always tried to encourage my two children to remain creative and never lose that childlike enthusiasm.
So far it seems to be working.
If you have found that you have lost the passion you once had for drawing or singing or playing or dancing or whatever is fun...then I suggest you schedule some time (perhaps today) and just enjoy yourself.
Let us never lose our childlike creativity.
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So true! Thanks for the reality check. I learned a word a number of years ago - Neoteny. It is really a scientific term but so people at Disney(so I heard) reinvented the word to mean "being childlike". Kind of like the Disney theme of fun for children of all ages.
Hey Gord!
I agree all the way...FREE YOUR INNER KID!
How about we start by rolling out of bed in the morning. I mean really ROLLING OUT OF BED. Once you do this, there's no way you can not have fun.
An excellent addition, once you've rolled out of bed, is to walk on all fours a bit, even if it's only to get you to the bathroom.Crawling like a toddler is a good way to change your perspective. Try it!
Love, laughs, and a funny face,
Mudd a.k.a. Oza
xoxo
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