The Growth Of A Creator
Start writing a post
Student Life

The Growth Of A Creator

To all us dreamers...

21
The Growth Of A Creator
NPR

To be a creator of anything, whether being a writer, artist, dancer, singer, etc. requires creativity, of course. Like all humans, creators have imagination but the huge difference is that most often than not, if not always, imagination is real life. As creators, we have ideas that we usually have to see come to life somehow. Of course, many of our ideas don’t ever see the light of day. Whether because we believe they were no good or because we didn’t have enough faith in that idea. And it’s hard to be the creative ones, more so because we have been criticized for not being practical, or shall we say because we don’t think about going after STEM careers. And I will be the first to admit that we need people in the STEM fields, I mean after all, they are what help maintain our quality of life. But unlike those paths, which kind of have a written guide of goals that need to be achieved, the creative field is a lot more complex.

There is one thing that both sides have in common: hard work. Whether there is a set path or not, nothing can be achieved with hard work. I’ve noticed though that many creative people may have great ideas but may not really know how to execute them. Whether this is because of procrastination or confidence, it’s important to learn what happens when things don’t go forward creatively. Personally, I haven’t been doing much creatively because I’m constantly in a cloud of uncertainty. This uncertainty then leads to procrastination, of the worst kind. I don’t feel productive anymore. And I think that it’s out of this procrastination and watching other people flourish that I’ve realized what I need to do to flourish myself.

The hardest obstacle of course, is myself. And that’s the truth for all of us. I’ve realized that even if I start now, I’m a late bloomer. But really there’s the other problem stunting my creative growth, that I feel that I’m too late. And I know that’s how many dreams go wasted, because someone somewhere told me and probably told you, that it’s too late to follow that crazy dream of yours. But it’s not true because at the end of the day, we all have our own timeline. And because of that, you’re the only one who can decide whether it is too late or not. Don’t even let the ones that love you the most discourage you because trust me, it’s harder when those people can’t cheer you on. And it’s not because they don’t want to, it’s because they don’t know how to. They may think they are thinking in your best interest but no one knows that better than you. You have to listen to yourself and to whatever longing aches you every single day. Like the wise Jim Carrey once said, “you can fail at what you don't want, so you might as well take a chance on doing what you love.” And the best part is that YOU determine what you do and how you do it.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

59049
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

38132
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

959620
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

196434
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments