After reading Big Magic I finally solved my creativity fears as a songwriter and music producer! Never looking back since, creating much more and better work for the last 6 months!
“The universe buries strange jewels deep within us all, and then stands back to see if we can find them”. - Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear.
I couldn't agree more that it is "such a vulnerable thing to make a thing and put it in the world." I published my first book Extreme Blind Date this year and it was and still is absolutely terrifying. Big Magic was a big part of why I did it. When I finished reading it, I thought well it's now or never to get this story out into the world. So I put it out there.
Do something because you love it, not because you might ‘win the prize’. Because if you think you won’t win the prize, you’ll stop doing what you love. This just came to me as I was watching this. Such an eye opening book.
I bought this book 10 days ago and finished reading it today,it is now the 2nd best book I have ever read right after "Real Magic" by Wayne Dyer....both books has the word "Magic".
Another great creation! It was an authentic conversation with Elizabeth through her own lessons good and bad that she shares with her readers. Very motivational and filled with a lot of wisdom. Thank you, Elizabeth for sharing it with us!
I was the same as you as a child. My mom cooperated in my fears but my dad was the one to push me. In adolescence I turned out to be completely opposite of what I was as a child. I was a bold fearless creative leader. I was everything I ever wanted to be and more. People looked up to me and I was able to do a lot. As I grew up the fears came back and I am lame again. Feeling that I need to unleash the creative again and step into the zone. I was meditating since I was 13 that probably helped immensly contrary to what people may think Meditation does not make u a monk on the contrary it can make you the most energetic and creative person. Getting in touch with the source is the best way to live your authentic full on life everyday. Wish everyone lots of love and courage ❤
I refer to the % of fear I normally live with as, HEALTHY FEAR. It keeps me from shopping at night alone or from making rash decisions. That said, like your companion, FEAR can be a show stopper if you allow it to get the upper hand. I have not read the Big Magic, but will. I recognize that you have a somewhat exhaustive personality, because mine is similar and has been since early childhood. My creativity raced before me in much the same way, so I can understand why YOU, FEAR, and CREATIVITY have become the three amigos.
It happens. I used to be so protective of my stuff. Now, maybe it's age, plus a very supportive bunch of crazy friends, I'm interested in people's take on my stuff. People's opinions doesn't change your creations. They just are only allowed so much of the inspiration behind it. No matter how much you describe or explain it, it's still only so much. It's your inspiration and your creation. Just smile and accept whatever they say, I know, easier said than done, then give your creation a quick wink. It knows, it gets it.
We all know what the biggest fear is as professional artists and designers- money and therefore survival fears. I tackle this fear of the creative process /fear of unknown outcome in my oracle deck.
After reading Big Magic I finally solved my creativity fears as a songwriter and music producer! Never looking back since, creating much more and better work for the last 6 months!
CONGRATULATIONS !!!!
This book is pure gold. Its life changing every aspect of it. Shes been touched divinely with intuition.
“The universe buries strange jewels deep within us all, and then stands back to see if we can find them”. - Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear.
The hunt to uncover those jewels
-that’s creative living.
Thats a bar!!! An amazing statement!!!! ❤❤❤
I couldn't agree more that it is "such a vulnerable thing to make a thing and put it in the world." I published my first book Extreme Blind Date this year and it was and still is absolutely terrifying. Big Magic was a big part of why I did it. When I finished reading it, I thought well it's now or never to get this story out into the world. So I put it out there.
Congrats!
To say I love this woman's work is an understatement of how I really feel. I get goosebumps listening to her.
Do something because you love it, not because you might ‘win the prize’. Because if you think you won’t win the prize, you’ll stop doing what you love. This just came to me as I was watching this. Such an eye opening book.
“Argue for
your limitations and you get to keep
them.”
I bought this book 10 days ago and finished reading it today,it is now the 2nd best book I have ever read right after "Real Magic" by Wayne Dyer....both books has the word "Magic".
I’m 30% through and loving every word so far!
Beautifull written in every possible way. Thank you xx
Another great creation! It was an authentic conversation with Elizabeth through her own lessons good and bad that she shares with her readers. Very motivational and filled with a lot of wisdom. Thank you, Elizabeth for sharing it with us!
Wow, she is such an inspiration ✨💕
Fear is the most effective emotion once mastered. Fear in the heart of missing out on what is.....a good place to start.
love her just got the book so excited
I was the same as you as a child. My mom cooperated in my fears but my dad was the one to push me. In adolescence I turned out to be completely opposite of what I was as a child. I was a bold fearless creative leader. I was everything I ever wanted to be and more. People looked up to me and I was able to do a lot. As I grew up the fears came back and I am lame again. Feeling that I need to unleash the creative again and step into the zone. I was meditating since I was 13 that probably helped immensly contrary to what people may think Meditation does not make u a monk on the contrary it can make you the most energetic and creative person. Getting in touch with the source is the best way to live your authentic full on life everyday. Wish everyone lots of love and courage ❤
Liz, you definitely have a way with words that paints a vivid picture!
I'm in tears
Truly genius writer. I love all your works. Thank you.
I believe it´s a great book to read in this days of fear...Thanks Mrs.Gilbert!!!!
This just lit up my life and the sweetest of ways thank you thank you thank you🌲❤️❤️❣️
Elizabeth is lovable 💓
I was watching this because I'm interested in this book and this made me cry if I why😂
I've just ordered the book looking forward to reading it.
Wonderful speech!!❤❤❤
she is wonderful
I refer to the % of fear I normally live with as, HEALTHY FEAR. It keeps me from shopping at night alone or from making rash decisions. That said, like your companion, FEAR can be a show stopper if you allow it to get the upper hand. I have not read the Big Magic, but will. I recognize that you have a somewhat exhaustive personality, because mine is similar and has been since early childhood. My creativity raced before me in much the same way, so I can understand why YOU, FEAR, and CREATIVITY have become the three amigos.
You were lucky to have such a good mother
Such a good writer.
What I was afraid of was other people not "getting" what I had done.
It happens. I used to be so protective of my stuff.
Now, maybe it's age, plus a very supportive bunch of crazy friends, I'm interested in people's take on my stuff.
People's opinions doesn't change your creations.
They just are only allowed so much of the inspiration behind it.
No matter how much you describe or explain it, it's still only so much.
It's your inspiration and your creation.
Just smile and accept whatever they say, I know, easier said than done, then give your creation a quick wink. It knows, it gets it.
Same here. But by hesitating I lost out on 2 big ideas that were picked up by others.
Thank you
Haha! Hilarious book! Got to read it and learn from it!
i want to read the book
Where can I get full audiobook ?
I hear that...I'd rather listen then read. ...while I'm pursuing my own adventures :-)
Library
Superb
It is real magic
good reading.
*_7:38_**_ oh my god this is hitting the sore spots right there_*
I wish I could skate. No ice nearby in California. Used to take lessons.
I hope you’re roller skating! ❤️🛼❤️
@@bethannehillpaintingandill2292 no way! 🤣
We all know what the biggest fear is as professional artists and designers- money and therefore survival fears. I tackle this fear of the creative process /fear of unknown outcome in my oracle deck.
Everyone thinks they are too fat and it keeps them from doing all kinds of marvelous things. Do things irregardless.
لا اله الا الله ✨🕊
😇😇😇
2:15 the Creative question
02:15
Eat pray love
15.33
face your fears.
STOP FRIGGING STOP YES ME
Be aware of your limitations, but don’t accept them
“Argue for
your limitations and you get to keep
them.”