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As Winston Churchill once said “Perfection is the Enemy of Progress” Perfection is often seen as the ultimate goal when it comes to creative endeavours. However, perfection can actually be an enemy of progress in the creative world. This is because striving for perfect results can lead to stagnation, procrastination, and a lack of growth over time. You never finish anything when you’re always looking for imperfections and it can ultimately stop you from achieving your goals. Here are three reasons why perfection should not be viewed as the be-all-end-all when it comes to creativity: 1. Focusing too much on perfecting your work can lead to a fear of failure that prevents you from trying new things or taking risks with your artistry. If you get stuck in this mindset, you might never reach your full potential due to being too afraid of making mistakes or not achieving “perfection”. 2. W orking towards absolute perfection takes away from other important aspects such as experimentation and ...

  Vincent Van Gogh is one of the most influential painters of all time, you would have to have lived in a very dark cave with no Wi-Fi to have never heard of him or seen one of his paintings, yet he suffered from crippling self-doubt about his artwork. Throughout his life, he faced many rejections and criticisms that led him to a sense of deep insecurity regarding his talent as an artist. Most of us are equally filled with this same doubt when faced with criticism or obstacles.  There were times when doubt filled him up to the point it became overwhelming, leading him to destroy some works or give them away for free due to a lack of confidence in their worthiness as art. Many of his works were lost. Despite this adversity, Van Gogh continued to create, often focusing on the beauty found in nature and everyday life; he had moments where he felt confident with his creations, though he never gained fame or financial success during his lifetime. Even with these struggles, he paint...

BE CURIOUS ABOUT NATURE The wonders of Nature can be a source of great inspiration. It has inspired us for centuries, from works of great poets to the masterpieces of renowned painters. It is no wonder that many people find solace and inspiration in its beauty. Whether it is a sunrise, the tranquillity of a lake, or the majesty of mountains towering above us, being in Nature often stirs something deep within our souls. It helps us to reconnect with ourselves and appreciate all that life has to offer. Spending time outdoors can help reduce stress levels and improve mental health by allowing us to take some much-needed time away from everyday life and its stresses. Taking a gentle walk outdoors can be rejuvenating after spending too much time inside our homes or offices; it reminds us that there is more to life than just work, which can often feel like an endless cycle if we do not take breaks away from it occasionally. Being surrounded by nature's beauty also encourages creat...