(The Positive Psychology of Creativity)
If there is an attribute that one can truly count on as a contribution to one’s personality, then it is creativity. It is the character of this creative strength that speaks most eloquently. Whether you associate it with the art and craft, the color palette, or as a trait of one’s persona, this term is a whole another dimension in itself. The elementary taught you to view it from one aspect but science has its own paradigm. It’s beautiful to know that every human being has this innate creative trait from the very foundation, which then accelerates with the age. Though, to know it in terms of a character strength is what gives it true meaning. How often one practice this creativity in day to day life usually goes unnoticed, yet people do it without realizing. The art of communication, the ability to come up with new innovative ideas in this evolving world, to have an abundant imagination which defies logic is all due to functions of the left and right brain in collaboration.
It is imperative to acknowledge that without this creative mind, things would become monotonous and stagnant. Yet, it is this ability to come up with unique ways to achieve a goal or solve a complex problem that counts. Often people get stuck when asked, ‘How do you call yourself creative?’.
What are the hobbies and activities one takes up to cultivate creativity? Certainly, it is not something that requires perfection. It comes out naturally when you humble yourself.
It might seem a hard rock to figure out where to start being creative; however, there are certain practices and activities that can keep you up with this aspect. The best way to begin it, is by developing a curiosity and love for the task at hand. Creativity is at its maximum best when done with love and open-mindedness. The best thing about it being, there is no limitation to its measurement. So, how about this time you do something ordinary in an extraordinary way? How about taking up a new hobby with your children that keeps you creative and active? The dish that you usually cook, try it out in a new way this festive. Not only you will see the best creative side of yours by executing these little activities, but also a sense of self-awareness that will come by exploring your own dimensions to envision new possibilities.