Is there a place for magic in this world? There is if you equate magic with creative
inspiration, as Elizabeth Gilbert does in this book. She lists numerous examples
of how inspiration and the act of creating swept into her life at the right
time. Does inspiration seek you out and
show up at the right time, just when you need it? Yes, according to Gilbert, but you have to be
able to recognize it. You need to be
open to inspiration. I found this
concept, even though I had heard it before, to be thought-provoking and
exciting.
Gilbert is also a proponent of creating every day, whether you are an artist, a writer, a crafter – whatever your creative outlet. Just do it, to borrow a phrase from a well-known sportswear manufacturer. Every day, you need to stretch your creative muscles. Furthermore, Gilbert advises being creative for the enjoyment of it, not for the potential glory. Write because you love it, not because you want to write the great American novel. In my opinion, this is great advice and I am trying to adjust my thinking accordingly.
If you are artistic and want to live healthily as an artist,
then read this book. I give it four out of five beach umbrellas.
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