{"id":1918,"date":"2014-05-21T15:41:54","date_gmt":"2014-05-21T19:41:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/?p=1918"},"modified":"2022-10-13T07:12:36","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T11:12:36","slug":"get-creative-in-your-pjs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/get-creative-in-your-pjs\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Creative in Your PJs!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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by Becky Boyd,\u00a0The Pajama Company Editor<\/em><\/p>\n

Despite what many people think, it\u2019s not just artists who possess the ability to be creative \u2013 the truth is that we are all naturally creative. Creativity expresses itself in many ways in our world – whether it\u2019s the teacher designing an enriching learning experience for her students, an entrepreneur building a new business, or a writer penning his latest novel.<\/p>\n

Creativity is a way to approach things.\u00a0 And when it gets down to it, it\u2019s all about each person expressing their own thoughts and originality.\u00a0 Getting creative engages the right side of your brain rather than the analytical left side, which can be a real switch for a lot of people who are so used to valuing their thinking mind above all else.<\/p>\n

So how can you consciously engage and capture your own creativity?<\/em><\/p>\n

1. Allow Yourself the Freedom to be Comfortable<\/strong><\/p>\n

Doing things the same old way can stunt your creativity.\u00a0 Sometimes what you really need is to break out of the norm.\u00a0 We’ve talked about talked about doing your best work in your pajamas<\/a> before. \u00a0Allowing yourself to relax is a great way to let ideas flow, and what better attire than in your comfy, cozy pajamas, right? \u00a0Whether you’re working on a legal brief, writing your dissertation, painting your first masterpiece, or cooking a gourmet meal, \u00a0lounging in your pajamas can help you to get into a totally different creative zone and may even insight you to look at your project in a whole new way. \u00a0All hail pajama time!<\/p>\n

2. Keep a Notebook on Your Nightstand<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes the best ideas come while you’re relaxed and asleep – whether its during a dream or in the time between sleep and wake. This is because we have access to our subconscious minds during sleep. \u00a0Famous creators Billy Joel, Stephen King, and Salvador Dali all reported that their dreams influenced their creative work<\/a> in various ways. \u00a0The best way to capture this creativity is to write down your ideas as soon as you wake up. \u00a0So make a habit of keeping a notebook near your bed!<\/p>\n

3. Journaling<\/strong><\/p>\n

We’ve mentioned the benefits of writing in a journal<\/a> in a previous post, particularly in helping you to capture your goals and dreams. But, this activity can really help boost your creativity as well because it allows you to get new ideas out without your inner critic getting in the way. \u00a0Writing is a forum for free flow of thought, that might not otherwise take place without pen and paper!<\/p>\n

Photo Credit: what_marty_sees<\/a> via Compfight<\/a> cc<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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