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Hello everyone and welcome to Creative Space, a podcast where we explore, learn and grow in creativity together.
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My name is Jennifer Logue and today we're talking about that elusive, magical state we all chase creative flow.
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I got an email from Sam, a filmmaker and musician in Austin, who had a great question about this.
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Here's what Sam wrote Hi, jennifer, I've been struggling to get into that zone where everything just flows naturally.
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I know I do my best work when I'm in that state, but it seems so hard to reach.
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Do you have any tips on how to get into creative flow more often, sam?
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Sam, first off, thank you so much for reaching out.
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Flow is something we all strive for, but it can be tricky to get into right.
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Let's talk about some ways to invite that flow state into our lives more often.
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Tip number one create a distraction-free zone.
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First of all, setting up a space where you can work without distractions is key.
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It doesn't have to be a fancy studio.
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It can just be a spot where you feel comfortable and won't be interrupted.
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Turn off the notifications on your phone, close the door and give yourself permission to focus.
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Tip number two have a pre-creative routine.
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Think of it like warming up before a workout.
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A little ritual can signal to your brain that it's time to get creative.
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Maybe it's brewing a cup of tea, playing a favorite song or doing a quick stretch.
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Find out what works for you and stick with it.
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And I have my cup of tea right here.
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It's part of my little routine.
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Tip number three set clear small goals.
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It's easier to get into flow when you're focused on one specific task Instead of thinking I need to finish this entire project.
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Slow your roll.
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Try breaking it down.
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I'm going to write the first paragraph or I'll sketch the basic outline.
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Small goals help keep you focused and engaged.
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Tip number four choose the basic outline.
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Small goals help keep you focused and engaged.
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Tip number four choose the right time.
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Pay attention to when you feel most creative.
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Some people are morning people, like me, others are night owls.
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Try to schedule your creative time when you're naturally at your best.
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It makes getting into flow a lot easier.
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And tip number five don't force it.
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Don't stress if it doesn't happen right away.
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Flow is like a cat.
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You can't make it come to you, but you can create the right environment for it to show up.
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If you're not feeling it, take a break, do something different and come back later.
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Anyway, sam, I hope these tips help you find your flow state more often.
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It's a wonderful feeling when it all clicks and with a little practice it'll come more naturally.
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And to everyone else, if you have questions or topics you want me to cover, just reach out.
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I'm here to help.
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Thanks for listening and until next time, keep creating and enjoy the process.
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Thank you.
00:00:10.410 --> 00:00:17.545
Hello everyone and welcome to Creative Space, a podcast where we explore, learn and grow in creativity together.
00:00:17.545 --> 00:00:26.754
My name is Jennifer Logue and today we're talking about that elusive, magical state we all chase creative flow.
00:00:26.754 --> 00:00:33.651
I got an email from Sam, a filmmaker and musician in Austin, who had a great question about this.
00:00:33.651 --> 00:00:42.362
Here's what Sam wrote Hi, jennifer, I've been struggling to get into that zone where everything just flows naturally.
00:00:42.362 --> 00:00:47.884
I know I do my best work when I'm in that state, but it seems so hard to reach.
00:00:47.884 --> 00:00:53.820
Do you have any tips on how to get into creative flow more often, sam?
00:00:53.820 --> 00:00:57.247
Sam, first off, thank you so much for reaching out.
00:00:57.247 --> 00:01:02.548
Flow is something we all strive for, but it can be tricky to get into right.
00:01:02.548 --> 00:01:08.930
Let's talk about some ways to invite that flow state into our lives more often.
00:01:10.114 --> 00:01:14.308
Tip number one create a distraction-free zone.
00:01:14.308 --> 00:01:19.706
First of all, setting up a space where you can work without distractions is key.
00:01:19.706 --> 00:01:22.275
It doesn't have to be a fancy studio.
00:01:22.275 --> 00:01:26.391
It can just be a spot where you feel comfortable and won't be interrupted.
00:01:26.391 --> 00:01:33.233
Turn off the notifications on your phone, close the door and give yourself permission to focus.
00:01:34.280 --> 00:01:37.950
Tip number two have a pre-creative routine.
00:01:37.950 --> 00:01:40.668
Think of it like warming up before a workout.
00:01:40.668 --> 00:01:45.430
A little ritual can signal to your brain that it's time to get creative.
00:01:45.430 --> 00:01:51.109
Maybe it's brewing a cup of tea, playing a favorite song or doing a quick stretch.
00:01:51.109 --> 00:01:53.762
Find out what works for you and stick with it.
00:01:53.762 --> 00:01:56.989
And I have my cup of tea right here.
00:01:56.989 --> 00:01:59.072
It's part of my little routine.
00:02:00.819 --> 00:02:04.167
Tip number three set clear small goals.
00:02:04.167 --> 00:02:13.691
It's easier to get into flow when you're focused on one specific task Instead of thinking I need to finish this entire project.
00:02:13.691 --> 00:02:15.133
Slow your roll.
00:02:15.133 --> 00:02:16.401
Try breaking it down.
00:02:16.401 --> 00:02:21.332
I'm going to write the first paragraph or I'll sketch the basic outline.
00:02:21.332 --> 00:02:24.270
Small goals help keep you focused and engaged.
00:02:24.270 --> 00:02:25.194
Tip number four choose the basic outline.
00:02:25.194 --> 00:02:26.479
Small goals help keep you focused and engaged.
00:02:26.560 --> 00:02:29.490
Tip number four choose the right time.
00:02:29.490 --> 00:02:33.129
Pay attention to when you feel most creative.
00:02:33.129 --> 00:02:37.604
Some people are morning people, like me, others are night owls.
00:02:37.604 --> 00:02:42.270
Try to schedule your creative time when you're naturally at your best.
00:02:42.270 --> 00:02:45.330
It makes getting into flow a lot easier.
00:02:45.330 --> 00:02:50.247
And tip number five don't force it.
00:02:50.247 --> 00:02:53.574
Don't stress if it doesn't happen right away.
00:02:53.574 --> 00:02:56.385
Flow is like a cat.
00:02:56.385 --> 00:03:02.663
You can't make it come to you, but you can create the right environment for it to show up.
00:03:02.663 --> 00:03:07.825
If you're not feeling it, take a break, do something different and come back later.
00:03:07.825 --> 00:03:14.111
Anyway, sam, I hope these tips help you find your flow state more often.
00:03:14.111 --> 00:03:19.991
It's a wonderful feeling when it all clicks and with a little practice it'll come more naturally.
00:03:19.991 --> 00:03:26.013
And to everyone else, if you have questions or topics you want me to cover, just reach out.
00:03:26.013 --> 00:03:27.080
I'm here to help.
00:03:27.080 --> 00:03:33.705
Thanks for listening and until next time, keep creating and enjoy the process.
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Thank you.
