Micro-Creativity: Big Ideas in Small Packages
The struggle to find time for creative pursuits amidst the demands of work and family life is a common challenge many face.
Voice Notes: Apple’s Creative Catalyst
The built-in dictation functionality on Apple devices helps enormously. However, the dictation itself turned out to be far more difficult than expected.
Speech to Text: Dictation-Driven Creative Writing
I thought dictation would make writing easier; instead, it led me to a fascinating challenge.
A No-Plan Plan for Creative Writing
This week, I’ve decided to skip the usual thought processes that go into writing a weekly newsletter. Instead, I’m sitting writing this morning with a completely open mind. With no plans, no outline, and, most importantly, no worries.
Creativity Flat-lined: Content Without Personality
My last article was a dull and flat post; I’ve just reread the first few paragraphs and now understand why. There was almost no personality there; my ‘voice’ was missing in action, in my opinion, at least.
Balancing Dreams and Reality: A Solopreneur’s Journey Continues
How many times have you been full of enthusiasm for the New Year? Resolutions and goals are optimistically made, which fall by the wayside, one by one.
Physically Tired, Mentally Wired: Exercise, Meditation, and Creativity
We had only six days until the new kitchen was due for delivery; we still had so much to finish. Nothing for it, though; after an intense and stressful week at work, I set the alarm on Saturday for 5 AM. After a coffee, I got on with it, and by the evening, everything was 95 per cent done.
Igniting Inspiration: Small Wins Amidst Life’s Challenges
Sometimes, life throws curve balls at you from the most unanticipated directions. Recently, a loved family member has been diagnosed with cancer, and breaking into the market for my business seems to be going nowhere. On top of all that, we have ordered a new kitchen to be delivered within a few weeks. So, all the predatory work has to be completed before then. Perhaps it is not surprising that motivation takes a hit.
Rediscovering Creativity: Writing on Vacation
The Parallels Between Vacation and Project Planning On the face of it, taking a break should only be good for me. A chance to relax and recharge. This time, like …