As we go about our life, creativity, imagination and inspiration play a great role in all we do.  Creativity does not just occur in the process of producing art.  The greatest art of all is ‘THE ART OF LIVING’.  Creative vision can help us in so many ways; be it earning a daily income, achieving our goals, serving up a meal or dealing with people.  In fact, it would seem that creativity is one of the fundamental building blocks of our human evolution.

    However, with the increase of technology and all the associated work and social pressures, it is much harder for an individual to stay in touch with the inner world of inspiration, creativity, and imagination.  Mankind has to a degree managed to control and manipulate many aspects of external phenomena, but he has not yet been able to master his own being. 

    When we look for answers, we need to get back inside to the place from where all creativity and activity springs.  When it comes to creativity, we should realize that controlling creativity can be a hindrance to us; in fact letting go of control we are free to be open to new inspiration.  Why, because we are no longer ruled by the limited intellectual factors and restrictions.  An open mind has no need to control, resist, or cling, and therefore an open mind has freedom.  Being creative is to find that point of stillness within from where all creation and imagination can flow freely and unhindered into whatever expression is needed.  This in itself brings about a tremendous amount of inspiration.

    So who ever we are; a busy executive, a mother, an artist, a builder or a healer, creativity is available to us all.  In the ART OF LIVING, let’s connect with creation, imagination and countless skillful expressions.  Let’s embrace the fullness of life. 

OM SHANTI