It’s often those challenges without parameters that cause me the most problems.
“Make something.”
“What do you want to do with your life?”
“Tell me a story.”
“It’s your turn. Go!”
Where to start?
Todd Henry, author of ‘The Accidental Creative” book and podcast, helped me out with his podcast episode about ‘Your Intended Audience‘ (January 16th, 2015). Todd shares some practical perspectives on how to focus on an intended audience (parameters) and how to frame feedback in such a way that it is useful, instructive and less damaging.
Thich Nhat Hanh also had a excellent suggestion – take a slow, mindful walk while holding the hand of a child (On Being with Krista Tippett). This does wonders for awakening one’s sense of wonder and curiosity.
When you’re stuck, focus not on the problem that is sticking you, focus on a specific recipient of the solution.
This post is for my daughter, who gets stuck and despairs on occasion.
~Alex.
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