1848: Release the Pressure to Unleash Your Creativity by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim on Letting Go to Find Creative Flow
Jay Harrington reflects on how chasing success in his creative business led to burnout
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Episode 1848:
Jay Harrington reflects on how chasing success in his creative business led to burnout, and how stepping back to redefine success rekindled his inspiration. By easing financial and emotional pressure, embracing imperfection, and focusing on purpose over performance, he discovered that creativity thrives not under strain, but in freedom.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/2019/unleash-your-creativity
Quotes to ponder:
“We put so much pressure on ourselves that we sucked all of the fun and excitement out of the very thing, the creative process, that we set out to cultivate.”
“Don’t add extra financial pressure to yourself that forces you to take creative shortcuts.”
“Judge your success by your effort, don’t allow the judgment of others to stop you.”
Episode references:
Choose Yourself by James Altucher: https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Yourself-James-Altucher/dp/1490313370
Rachel Hollis Blog: https://msrachelhollis.com
John Grisham Official Website: https://www.jgrisham.com
The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808
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