Passion is the Ultimate Creativity
I recently had a discussion with a close friend of mine in regards to passion and career. She has chosen a new path in life in relation to her career, and along the way she frequently receives negative criticism as to why she choose it. If that isn’t enough already, she receives further criticism on how there are better options out there that are higher in social status.
Unfortunately this criticism occurs often, far more than it should. I recall receiving criticism when I choose to attend a Design School over a traditional University. It was inferred that I would fail, or that it would be one of the greatest mistakes of my life. However, not once did those assumptions stop me for pursuing my passion. As I step back, I see myself farther than my peers in terms of accomplishments and success.
What does this have to do with Creativity?
I define creativity as “the formation of ideas that ‘WOW’ ”
It’s simple if you think about it. Passion is a desire and enthusiasm for something. When you allow yourself to explore that desire, you no longer worry about understanding its complexities. Your focus is on accomplishing that goal that craves within you thereby naturally channeling creativity into your work.
Example:
If you hand an artist a pad and pen, he/she is likely to draw something interesting and also likely to continue drawing for a longer period of time. Give a mathematician a pad and pen, the outcome may not be equivalent to the artist. He/she is not as likely to have the same motivation as the artist to draw. Rather he/she may begin to solve a mathematical problem. Both the artist and mathematician have a pad and pen, but they utilize the medium to their own desires and interest.
If you do not pursuit what it is you desire, or rather inhibit someone to pursuit his/her desire, how can one expect innovation? Creativity starts with a passion for what it is you are doing. Then it is a matter of innovating to be different, to stand out, and most of all be known and respected for what you do. Creativity is passion explored.
Mitesh Solanki
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October 8th, 2008 at 8:22 pm
Mitesh great post. That one was very touching and i can say that i was a victim of that. The moment I followed my heart, everything fell into place.
October 9th, 2008 at 5:24 am
I just discovered your blog and really enjoy it. I would agree that passion has a lot to do with being creative. Did you ever notice that when you try to force creativity you get nothing? But yet, it flows freely when you are doing something you love.