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The Creative Act: Rick Rubin's 12 Rules for Creativity and Being Yourself

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Jul 8, 2025
Discover Rick Rubin's 12 rules for embracing creativity as a universal experience. He emphasizes that true artistry stems from authenticity, not technical skill. Find inspiration in the ordinary and learn to notice the world around you. Rubin advocates for making a creative mess and allows ideas to breathe before judgement. Changing your environment can shift your mindset, while embracing uncertainty leads to genuine artistic expression. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, these insights can help you create with honesty and intention.
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INSIGHT

Creativity Is Receiving Ideas

  • Creativity is about receiving ideas rather than inventing them from scratch.
  • Artists act as conduits by tuning into moments ready for expression in the world.
ADVICE

Notice Inspiration Everywhere

  • Train yourself to notice inspiration in ordinary moments around you.
  • Write down fragments of conversation or details to unlock new creative ideas.
ADVICE

Vary Inputs To Spark Creativity

  • Vary your inputs by changing what you listen to, watch, or read.
  • Breaking cognitive patterns sparks new connections and creativity at the edges of awareness.
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