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What will I create Today?

I had an epiphany the other day that solo creatives and business owners often go through ‘Tuckman’s Stages of Group Development’ but instead of within a group, because we work solo it’s between ourselves and our inner dialogue.

I've decided to illustrate this process to the left as it's a great demonstration of the process of creativity.

As a recap:

In business these stages are known as:

Forming, Storming, Norming, Performing, and Adjourning.

So how does it apply?

Forming: Forming can be seen as the first step of the creative process. Here you may ask yourself, "What’s the purpose of this idea?" "How is it gonna fit into my overall objective?". In this stage you may feel anxious and curious, but also really excited.

Storming: The storming phase typically follows. After mapping out a great idea, you’ll start to push boundaries and face setbacks. As you hit setbacks, you may begin to question the validity of your idea and skill. It's important to refrain from personal self attacks and negative self-talk. This may be the point where you hate your project. Don't let it be the point you hate on yourself. This should be the point you narrow your focus; the point we decide to push through.

Norming: You've made the decision to continue. You're confidence is rebuilt. You’re feeling the mojo. This is the stage where you recognize your strength, are performing your vision and loving the final result.

Adjourning: The project is complete. Recognize your effort! 

¡remember! next time you’re in the thick of it trying to create, it’s all part of the ~process~. What will I create today? Hopefully, a bit of magic!