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How to Tell a Great Story (The Robert Greene Blueprint)
How I Write
The Paradox of Creativity: Inspiration and Effort
Creativity emerges from a complex interplay between spontaneity and disciplined effort. While childhood experiences often bring forth imaginative thoughts, these ideas may lack depth and sustainability due to their disconnect from life experiences. Lasting creativity tends to evolve from extensive practice and rich foundational knowledge. It requires both the rigor of hard work and the openness reminiscent of childhood exploration. True creative individuals harness their learned skills and can allow themselves to loosen up and experiment, mirroring the natural curiosity of youth. Achieving a state of creative mastery involves developing an intuitive understanding, described as 'finger-spitzengefuhl', where inspiration feels as if it is divinely bestowed. However, the origins of creativity remain enigmatic, suggesting that it is a blend of known efforts and the mysterious process of idea generation.
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