EDITORIAL - AUGUST 2011

Trying hard to be creative is a bit like trying hard to relax….things tend to flow and come easier when you let go!

When you are in the flow, creativity seems to be effortless….but these ‘great moments’ are not something you can always plan and sometimes they are at inopportune times….like at 2 o’clock in the morning when you were otherwise enjoying being asleep.

Clambering out of bed to find the nearest piece of paper and pen while you ‘catch’ that wily creative energy is a real art form in itself and it’s a bit of a bummer when you miss it and fall back asleep and forget the stream of brilliance. But that’s just one part of the whole creative process; the rest is hard work, endless patience and trust in yourself and in life. As Ken Dowling says (p6) creativity is not just about art it can be part of everyday decisions and actions. I also believe creativity, personal growth and healing can often be intertwined. It’s no accident that many healing modalities incorporate various forms of creative expression; music, colour, voice, dance, making things with your hands.

So this month we feature many local creative types and it was such a joy to talk with Ange Takats (p4&5) this month about her new book, overseas adventures and the ups and downs of her creative journey! She’s a great example of how to keep the faith, follow your passions and make a living from it at the same time!

Exciting News!!! Check out our new QR codes that you can scan on your smart phones and view our new videos. Have a look at the great competition on page 23 and give your marketing plan a kick start for Spring!!

Vanessa

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