Episode 37 | Developing the Habit of Creativity

Did you know that habits control 40% of our behaviors? That is a significant portion of our day, so it’s crucial to ensure we are forming the ones we want and the ones that move us closer to who we want to be. In this episode, Evie and Emily explore the science of habit formation and how it connects to identity and creativity. They break down the process of forming and sustaining creative habits. And no discussion about habits would be complete without insights from James Clear’s book Atomic Habits. They also share personal stories about their habit struggles and triumphs.   Episode highlights: The psychology behind habit formation How habits shape identity and behavior Practical steps to develop creative habits The role of small, consistent actions in building long-term change How to stay motivated and get back on track after setbacks   Helpful Links: Atomic Habits by James Clear Balance meditation app   The Four Q’s Question: What is a habit you are working on developing right now?   Quest: Identify a habit you want to form. Then, go through each step of the process with the habit you’ve chosen.   Quality Creativity: Create a duality drawing: A symbol of a habit you want to break and a visual expression of a habit you want to form.   Quote: “A creative life is an amplified life. It is a bigger life, a happier life, an expanded life, and a hell of a lot more interesting.” Elizabeth Gilbert   For additional info, check out our show notes page: Episode 37: Developing the Habit of Creativity   And if you’re ready, we have free guides! To explore your creative self: Re-discover Your Creative Self To optimize your brain health: Fuel Your Focus   Connect with The Everyday Creative Collective Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @theeverydaycreativecollective Check us out on Pinterest   Have a creative week!   Episode Credits: We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.   Music: Theme Music: “Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠. Break Background Music: "Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠