If you’re a creative person, you understand that it takes a lot of energy to bring new ideas and projects into the world. Often, you find yourself energized by challenging problems. You also may feel that there is more than one way to solve a problem, and you’re more than happy to experiment with different approaches to come up with solutions.
Creative people tend to be intrinsically motivated — that is, they’re driven by internal motivations rather than a desire for external reward or recognition. They’re also energized by challenges, and they’re willing to spend hours on end working on a project until it is complete.
Many creative people are highly sensitive and can easily get overwhelmed by the emotions of their work. While they’re able to channel this emotion into their creative output, it can be difficult for them to keep going when the work isn’t working out.
They’re insatiably curious. Creatives want to know why things are the way they are and how they can change them for the better. Whether through intense conversation or solitary mind-wandering, they’re always seeking answers to the big questions in life.
Unlike the rest of us, who might consider this insatiable curiosity a sign of mental illness, creatives embrace it. They know that the key to a fulfilling life is finding the answer to these big questions. This search for understanding leads to tremendous creativity.
Because of their curiosity, creatives can see the potential for growth in every situation. This enables them to take on the challenges of creating something that will make a difference in the world and helps them to push their boundaries to achieve their goals.
They are often a bit rebellious. This is because creative people are not a fan of rules or traditions. They prefer to live by their own set of values and believe that it’s important to stand up for what they believe in.
Creatives are also incredibly loyal. This is because they’re a little bit stubborn and refuse to give up on their dreams. Whenever they’re faced with setbacks, creatives try their best to bounce back and pick themselves up. They’re the type of people who would never give up on their dream to become a famous artist or to help cure cancer.
Often, the system of education and the business world will force creative people to conform in order to thrive. This is because these systems are designed to create standardized human resources that can be shaped into the ideal input for other systems. Trying to fit this mold is the most counterproductive thing that you can do for your creative self. Creatives find true belonging only when they honor their uniqueness. Otherwise, they find themselves frustrated, silenced, marginalized, or mainstreamed – never fully using their natural strengths. So next time you meet a creative person, remember that they’re just like you – only braver! Let their creative power inspire you to be more courageous in your own life.