Make Creativity a Habit and Let Go of Perfectionism

Creativity gets this reputation for being big, grand, and flawless—like it’s reserved for people who have their lives perfectly together or brilliant ideas ready to go. But here’s the truth: creativity isn’t about any of that. The key to unlocking your full potential is to make creativity a habit, allowing it to flow naturally into your daily life.

It’s about showing up, even when you don’t feel inspired or when you’re worried the result won’t be “good enough.” Creativity isn’t just something you’re born with—it’s something you grow. It’s not about perfection or waiting for inspiration—it’s about showing up and creating consistently.

Start Small: Creativity Doesn’t Have to Be Grand

For years, I let overthinking and perfectionism hold me back. I’d sit on ideas, overanalyze them, and never start because they didn’t feel polished or “ready.” But the reality is, nothing ever feels ready until you just do it. The magic happens when you allow yourself to create without judgment—whether that’s doodling on a napkin, painting messy strokes, or jotting down half-formed ideas in your journal.

Creativity is a Muscle: Strengthen It Daily

The best advice I can give you is this: stop waiting for the perfect idea and just start creating. Set aside 10 or 15 minutes a day to make creativity a habit – creating anything, even if it’s simple or silly. Some days you’ll feel like a creative genius, and other days you might just laugh at how weird it turned out—but I promise, it all adds up.

[PS! i’ve got some great online paint tutorials if you’re in need of a little boost to get your creative ball rolling!)

Embrace Imperfection and Let Yourself Play

The real growth happens in the messy, imperfect moments. It’s in those tiny experiments where you let go of expectations and just let yourself do the thing. So, don’t overthink it. Don’t let perfectionism stop you from starting. Your creativity doesn’t need to be perfect—it just needs to be yours. Keep this message close by screenshotting one of the quote graphics from this post and setting it as your phone wallpaper. Let it serve as a daily reminder to make creativity a habit and embrace the beauty of imperfection.

[ related: How Painting Clouds Helps Perfectionism & Anxiety]

Now go grab a sketchbook, a brush, a pen—whatever you’ve got—and make something today. Keep creating, and trust me, you’ll be amazed at how much you blossom.