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The Creative Act: A Way of Being
Book • 2023
In 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being,' Rick Rubin shares his insights on creativity, gathered from his extensive career in the music industry.
The book is not limited to musicians but is designed for anyone interested in creative processes.
Rubin discusses the concept of 'Source,' a metaphysical idea representing the infinite and constant flow of creative ideas and inspiration.
He advocates for a way of being that incorporates creativity into all aspects of life, emphasizing the importance of awareness, noticing, and practicing mindfulness.
The book is structured around 78 areas of thought on creativity, making it a versatile and inspiring read that can be revisited multiple times for new insights.
The book is not limited to musicians but is designed for anyone interested in creative processes.
Rubin discusses the concept of 'Source,' a metaphysical idea representing the infinite and constant flow of creative ideas and inspiration.
He advocates for a way of being that incorporates creativity into all aspects of life, emphasizing the importance of awareness, noticing, and practicing mindfulness.
The book is structured around 78 areas of thought on creativity, making it a versatile and inspiring read that can be revisited multiple times for new insights.
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Mentioned in 18 episodes
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as a rich source of wisdom and information on creativity.


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, who says that he has read it through and describes his reading experience.


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as the author of the book discussed in the podcast episode.


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as a new book describing his philosophy for the pursuit of creative excellence.

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to illustrate the transition from idea to reality.

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