How To Overcome Creative Blocks With 4 Rest-Inspired Strategies
Rest can unlock your creativity and help you find solutions, ideas, and inspiration you didn’t even know you had! 😊
In this article we explore how rest fuels creativity and explore simple ways to make space for your next big breakthrough! ✨
• Originally written: 28 January 2025
• Last updated: 28 January 2025
• Written by: Suzan Alakas
Suzan is Growtharmony’s Founder and Editor-In-Chief. She is passionate about spreading the amazing work and inspiring stories of heart-centered entrepreneurs working to make the world a better place. When Suzan’s not writing, finding leverage points or learning something new - you can find her in the garden, playing in the snow with her family, or in the kitchen cooking up a nourishing meal!
Feeling STUCK…
Have you ever stared at a blank screen, ready for newideas to come, only to feel even more stuck?
Or you’ve been focused on solving a problem, but every potential solution you come up with feels wrong, or just blah?
That’s when you’ve hit the dreaded creative block - a frustrating roadblock that every entrepreneur (and every one) faces at some point.
Why Creative Blocks Happen
Creative blocks often show up when you’re stressed, overworked, or stuck in a cycle of “doing.”
The more you try to force inspiration, the more it feels out of reach. This happens because:
Tunnel vision takes over:
When your mind is overactive, it can get stuck in repetitive thought loops, making it hard to think outside the box.Brainwave states are out of sync:
Creativity thrives in slower brainwave states, like alpha (relaxation and light focus) or theta (daydreaming and deep creativity). Stress pushes you into beta waves, which are better for problem solving - not for inspiration.Your energy is depleted:
Creativity requires mental and emotional energy, and if you’re running on empty it’s tough to generate new ideas.
Simple Ways to Rest and Recharge Creativity
If you’re feeling blocked, try one of these rest-inspired strategies to get your creativity flowing:
Meditation or Rhythmic Music 🎶
Rest engages alpha and theta brainwave states, so activities like meditation or listening to music naturally slow your brainwaves, creating the perfect environment for creativity to thrive.TRY THIS:
Spend 5 - 10 minutes in a quiet space with calming music or guided meditation. The rhythm helps slow your brainwaves, making it easier to access creative ideas.Change Your Environment 🌿
Breaks interrupt tunnel vision, so removing yourself from your workspace gives your brain a change to process ideas and make unexpected connections.
TRY THIS:
Step outside, take a long walk, or even go for a drive. A change of scenery can help break mental patterns and open up new perspectives.Allow Your Mind to Wander
Give yourself permission to daydream. This can often lead to unexpected connections or “aha!” moments.TRY THIS:
Stare out the window or let your mind drift.Incorporate Play 🎉
Play reduces stress and activates creativity in surprising ways.
TRY THIS:
Engage in something fun and lighthearted, like doodling, dancing or playing a game.
Rest Is A Gateway to Creative Breakthroughs
So the next time you’re stuck, remember that the best ideas don’t always come from pushing harder - they can come from stepping back, slowing down, and giving yourself room to think.
As strange as it may feel, practice letting go of the guilt that often comes with resting.
Creativity is part of your work, and rest is a proven strategy to leverage it! 💪🤩
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