Rick Rubin, a legendary record producer and author of *The Creative Act*, shares his Zen-like approach to creativity and life. He discusses how the stories we tell ourselves can limit our happiness and emphasizes the power of reshaping these narratives. Rubin advocates for embracing change and authenticity, intro ducing 'meta meditation' to enhance compassion. He also reflects on the impact of modern lifestyles on well-being, urging listeners to align with their natural rhythms and embrace imperfection in both life and art.
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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.
Today’s guest has worked with a huge variety of different artists and is named on Time magazine’s list of the ‘100 most influential people in the world’. But I think one of the reasons he’s reached an almost mythical status across the world is because of his Zen-like manner and his artistic approach to life.
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Today’s clip is from episode 327 of the podcast with none other than the legendary record producer and author of the book The Creative Act, Mr Rick Rubin.
In this clip, Rick shares why it’s easy to get stuck in our small story of who we are and what our lives are. But he believes that we all have the power to change the stories we tell ourselves, which is ultimately essential for our happiness.
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