Let’s be honest—being a creative isn’t always the romantic, free-flowing process people think it is. Sometimes, inspiration hits like lightning, and you’re on fire with ideas. Other times, it’s like your brain packed up, left town, and didn’t bother to send a postcard.

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a blank page, a lifeless canvas, or an uninspired project wondering Where did all my ideas go?, know this: you’re not alone. Creative ruts happen to everyone—even the most brilliant artists, writers, and entrepreneurs. The trick isn’t avoiding them but learning how to climb out when you get stuck.

I’m giving you my ultimate guide to shaking off creative block and reigniting that spark.

Change Your Scenery (Even If It’s Just a Little)

Do you ever feel like your creativity is suffocating under the weight of your workspace? That’s because your environment directly impacts your energy. If you’ve been staring at the same four walls, it’s definitely time for a change of scenery.

📍 Try these tips —

-Take your laptop to a cozy coffee shop and soak in the hum of background chatter.

-Go outside—sit in a park, walk around the block, or find a spot with a view.

-If leaving isn’t an option, switch things up in your space. Move your desk. Add plants. Light a candle. Small changes can trick your brain into feeling refreshed.

Why does this work? Because novelty stimulates the brain. A fresh view, new sounds, and different surroundings help shake things loose in your mind.

Stop Waiting for Perfection—Just Start.

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been so afraid of making something bad that you don’t make anything at all. ✋

Listen, perfectionism is creativity’s worst enemy. We get so caught up in making things good that we never allow ourselves to be bad—but the messy, imperfect beginnings? That’s where magic happens.

🎨Give yourself permission to make ugly art, write bad sentences, take unpolished photos. Creativity isn’t about perfection; it’s about expression. Start messy, refine later.

💡 "Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep." – Scott Adams

Get Inspired by Others—But Make It Your Own!

When your own ideas aren’t flowing, sometimes the best thing you can do is soak in someone else’s creativity. But here’s the key: don’t just admire—analyze.

🖼 Try something like this -

Watch a documentary on an artist, musician, or entrepreneur you admire.
Visit a museum, a bookstore, or an art gallery.
Scroll Pinterest (but set a timer—rabbit holes are real).
Read a book that has nothing to do with your field.

Then, ask yourself: What is it about this that I love? What feelings does it spark? How can I channel that energy into my own work? Inspiration isn’t about copying—it’s about letting something move you and making it your own.

Move Your Body, Move Your Mind

Ever notice how some of your best ideas come while you’re in the shower or on a walk? That’s because movement wakes up your brain. When we sit in one place for too long, our creativity stalls. It’s time to get up and move around!

- Take a 10-minute walk (no phone, just you and your thoughts).

- Put on your favorite playlist and dance like nobody’s watching.

- Stretch, do yoga, or shake out your limbs—release tension, release ideas.

Creativity and movement are best friends. Get your body moving, and your mind will follow.

Try a New Creative Medium

Stuck in a rut? Maybe you’re just bored with your usual medium. Sometimes, the best way to reignite inspiration is to step outside your comfort zone.

If you’re a writer, try painting. If you’re a photographer, try poetry. If you’re a business owner, try journaling your thoughts with no agenda. The goal isn’t to master a new skill—it’s to shake up your thinking and unlock new creative pathways.

Set a Timer & Free Create

Overthinking is the creativity killer. When you’re stuck, set a timer for 10 minutes and just go—no pressure, no expectations.

✏️ Ideas:

Write a stream-of-consciousness journal entry.
Doodle random shapes and see what happens. (sounds so silly, but I swear it works!)
Brainstorm 10 new ideas—even if they’re ridiculous.

Sometimes, the act of creating anything is enough to get you unstuck.

Step Away & Recharge

Contrary to popular belief, staring at your work harder doesn’t make creativity return faster. Sometimes, you need to step away.

Take a complete break for 20 minutes, it really makes a difference! Go do something like:

Take a shower (some of the best ideas live there).
Do something completely different—cook, garden, read fiction.
Nap (seriously—your brain solves problems while you sleep).

Give your mind space, and creativity will find its way back.

Collaborate & Brainstorm with Others

Creativity loves company. Bouncing ideas off of someone else can help you see new angles and possibilities you never would have thought of alone.

Ask a friend or colleague, "If you had to solve this problem in the weirdest way possible, what would you do?" You’d be surprised at the genius ideas that surface.

Keep a ‘Swipe File’ of Inspiration Imagine having a folder filled with sparks of inspiration, ready to go whenever you feel stuck. 📂

Start one today!

Save quotes, images, color palettes, and interesting ads.
Jot down random ideas (even if they seem useless now).
Screenshot things that make you feel something.

Whenever you’re in a creative slump, revisit your file. Future You will thank you.

Reconnect with Your ‘Why’

At the end of the day, when all else fails, go back to why you create in the first place.

❓ Ask yourself- Why did I start this creative journey? What excites me about this work? Who am I creating for?

Sometimes, remembering why you started is all the inspiration you need to keep going.

Creativity is a Cycle, Not a Constant

Here’s the truth—creativity isn’t a switch you can leave on 24/7. It ebbs and flows, and that’s okay. Feeling stuck doesn’t mean you’re not creative. It just means you need a reset.

Try these tips, experiment with different methods, and most importantly—be kind to yourself. The inspiration will come back. It always does.

Creativity Boosters [Helping You Get Inspired When You Feel Stuck]