TED Talks Daily Your elusive creative genius | Elizabeth Gilbert
Oct 20, 2018
Elizabeth Gilbert, best-selling author of 'Eat, Pray, Love', explores the notion that creativity is a shared gift rather than a rare talent. She challenges the myth that success must come with suffering and promotes a healthier view of the creative process. Sharing her personal experiences, Gilbert highlights the importance of resilience and collaboration in creativity. Emphasizing that creativity is unpredictable, she encourages listeners to trust their instincts, navigate the complexities of artistic life, and embrace their own unique creative journeys.
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Unexpected Success and Doubt
- Elizabeth Gilbert's memoir "Eat, Pray, Love" unexpectedly became a bestseller.
- This success now makes people question her ability to ever write something equally popular again.
The Fear of Creative Work
- Creative individuals face unique anxieties about their work's reception.
- This differs from other professions, where such fear is less common.
Ancient Views on Creativity
- Ancient Greeks and Romans attributed creativity to external daemons or geniuses.
- This offered psychological distance from the outcome of creative work.
