the zone of genius - by Isabel - Mind Mine
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on inspiration, discipline, and capturing creative potential
Levon Helm of the Band I’ve been trying to figure out the formula for creative output. Because, despite my doe-eyed belief that inspiration was all I needed to flood the world with creativity, it turns out it is only one component of a two-part formula. When you are outside your zone of genius (the area where your ideas are most clear, potent, inspired), you develop a somewhat distorted perception of inspiration. You think your inspiration will keep you at your craft day and night. At least this is how I felt: If I can just have unlimited time to write, if I can just spend all my time with…
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