Lucy's Library Blast
November 20, 2017
Creativity - something to be thankful for
Creativity manifests itself in all facets of our life. However in our busy days, it can be sidelined. I would like to offer these three titles as recommendations to you as a reminder that creativity makes life more interesting, enlivened, and productive. Enjoy some restorative reading this holiday season. All are available from the public library.
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
The author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. She offers potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need in order to live our most creative lives.
Bored and Brilliant by Manoush Zomorodi
This book shows us how to rethink our gadget use to live better and smarter in the new digital ecosystem. The author explains the connection between boredom and original thinking, exploring how we can harness benefits to become our most productive and creative selves without abandoning our gadgets in the process.
The Creative Habit, Learn It and Use It for Life by Twyla Tharp
Tharp writes that all it takes to make creativity a part of your life is the willingness to make it a habit. It is the product of preparation and effort, and is within reach of everyone. Whether you are a painter, musician, businessperson, or simply an individual yearning to put your creativity to use, The Creative Habit provides you with thirty-two practical exercises based on the lessons Twyla Tharp has learned in her remarkable thirty-five-year career.