The Joy of Doing: Overcoming Creative Overthinking

Daily writing prompt

Describe one positive change you have made in your life.

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Hey there, creative souls! 🌟 I’m here today to share a little journey of mine, one that took me from the tangled webs of overthinking to the liberating plains of just doing. It’s about making one positive change that has truly set my creativity free, and I’m hoping it might do the same for you.

For the longest time, I was my own biggest blockade. My mind was a never-ending stream of “What ifs?” and “Buts.” What if people don’t like what I create? But what if my work isn’t good enough? This constant worry about people’s opinions and the fear of not meeting expectations (most of which were my own) severely hampered my creative expression. I was stuck in the planning phase, endlessly polishing ideas in my head but rarely bringing them to life. Sound familiar?

Then, one day, I decided to make a change. I chose to try by doing. It sounds simple, but believe me, it was revolutionary for me. Instead of overthinking every detail, I started to act on my ideas, letting creativity flow in its raw, unfiltered form. The freedom was exhilarating! Sure, not everything I made was a masterpiece, but the joy of creation was reward enough. And guess what? The more I did, the less I cared about those daunting “What ifs.” I was too busy enjoying the process and learning from it.

So, here’s my open challenge for you: Give yourself permission to create freely. Start that project you’ve been pondering for ages. Write the first paragraph of your story. Paint the first stroke on your canvas. Strum the first chord of your song. Let go of the fear of judgment and embrace the joy of doing. Remember, creativity is not about the destination; it’s about the journey.

Let’s make a pact to be kinder to ourselves. We should remember that every masterpiece started with a single step, even though it may have been an imperfect one.

Your welcome to share your experiences with me in the comments below, or better yet, share your creations! Support each other on socials. Let’s inspire and uplift each other. Because when we stop overthinking and start doing, there’s no limit to the beauty we can bring into this world. 🚀💖