It is so true, we creatives love our lists and we tend to love things like coffee, singing in the shower, breaking rules, taking risks, and going somewhere now. We also love working with others, discussing our ideas with like-minded people, and collaborating. All too often my students feel their ideas are too precious to share or get feedback on, they don't want to present them too early in a project for fear of someone copying and they are hesitant to approach others and collaborate.

This is a reminder for them, for young designers, and creative entrepreneurs alike - stay as creative as you possibly can and have fun with it!! 

29 ways to stay creative

1. Make lists

2. Carry a notebook everywhere

3. Try 'free writing'

4. Get away from the computer

5. Stop beating yourself up

6. Take breaks

7. Sing in the shower

8. Drink coffee

9. Listen to new music

10. Be open

11. Surround yourself with creative people

12. Get feedback

13. Collaborate

14. Don't give up...

15. Practice, practice, practice

16. Allow yourself to make mistakes

17. Go somewhere new

18. Count your blessings

19. Get lots of rest

20. Take risks

21. Break the rules

22. Don't force it

23. Read a page of the dictionary

24. Create a framework

25. Stop trying to be someone else's 'perfect'

26. Write ideas down

27. Clean your workspace

28. Have fun

29. Finish something!!

What ways do you like to stay creative?