Creativity is cyclical. As it goes, many aspects of life can either destroy or produce creativity. You wear it like an ancient dress—imbued with language, culture, traditions, and beliefs.

Sometimes, loss or illness can leave you attending to only basic needs. Concerns around safety—both physical and emotional—overshadow established routines, assignments, and other social involvements. Learn how to use digital stickers and planners to cope and make meaning during the grief process.

Dwelling on current woes in home and work life is normal. As an artist, introspection is often the way to a wellspring of ideas. If you are isolated at home because of pain or fatigue, deriving inspiration from seemingly mundane or limited experiences can help you cope.

Life can become hectic. For many of us, the idea of linear and structured planning and personal writing can seem overwhelming. That’s the challenge we are going to explore here. Soon, you’ll move from a commonplace book to your own greater works. This is what we term “curio writing.” So, let’s work together.