Creativity is a Muscle—You Gotta Work It!
If you’ve ever stared at a blank page, trying to make words to appear through sheer force of will, you know that creativity doesn’t always show up when you want it to. Some days, inspiration feels effortless. Other days, it’s like trying to squeeze water from a rock. But here’s the thing—creativity isn’t a magic, ephemeral thing. It’s like a muscle. And like any muscle, the more you use it, the stronger it gets.
We tend to think of creativity as something we either have or don’t, as if some people are just born with an endless supply of brilliant ideas while the rest of us struggle to string together a single sentence. But that’s not how it works. Creativity thrives on consistency, not random bursts. If you only run when you feel like it, you’re not going to build endurance. If you only write when you’re inspired, you’re not going to build creative stamina. The secret? Show up, even when it’s hard. Especially when it’s hard.
The good news? You don’t need hours of free time or a perfectly curated creative space. You just need five minutes. Five minutes of writing every day to wake up your imagination, stretch your creative muscles, and remind your brain that, yes, you are a writer.
Because here’s what happens when you commit to daily writing: the blank page becomes less intimidating. Ideas start flowing more easily. You get better at catching inspiration when it strikes and at creating it when it doesn’t.
Creativity isn’t about waiting for the perfect moment. It’s about showing up, putting in the work, and trusting that the more you do it, the easier it will become. So, pick up that pen, open that document, and write. Even if it’s just for a few minutes. Even if it’s messy. Even if it’s not your best. Every word you put down makes you stronger.
