“How faith and trust ignites creative brilliance”
- Amna Abulhoul
- May 31, 2024
- 2 min read
Creative people, whether artists, writers, musicians, or innovators, often see things before others do. They have a knack for imagining the future and creating ideas that can change the world. However, convincing others to trust their vision is often challenging.
I have just read an article about the creative individual’s mind that it works uniquely. Their brains connect different ideas to foresee future possibilities. This skill is like a superpower, allowing creatives to plan and innovate in incredible ways. Research shows that creativity uses the brain's prefrontal cortex, which helps us think and plan for the future. A study in Cognitive Neuroscience found that creative people often have more activity in the default mode network (DMN) of their brains. This network is linked to imagination, thinking about the future, and understanding others' thoughts. Because of this high activity, creative people can connect different ideas and imagine future possibilities easily.
Creatives use their art to express ideas and make them more relatable. Think about Leonardo da Vinci—he drew designs for flying machines and other futuristic inventions. His art helped people understand his visionary ideas. Even with their impressive abilities, creatives often face skepticism. People are naturally inclined to stick with what they know, making them hesitant to embrace new ideas. This type of doubts and proving can slow down progress and innovation.
In my creative journey, there was one person who trusted me deeply. She looked me in the eyes and said, “I have no choice but to trust your vision, for you have the gift of seeing the near future, and I do not. You have my full and unwavering trust.” She then shared a dream that left me captivated. In her dream, everything I touched turned into gold, shimmering and radiant. Her faith in me was so profound that it felt almost supernatural, as if she was presenting upon me a sacred mission. This moment was not just a vote of confidence; it was a revelation. It taught me a lesson I carry with me to this day: always push forward and focus on creating. The magic lies in the act of creation, not in proving oneself to others.
This trust became a cornerstone of my career. It freed me from the shackles of self-doubt and opened a world where imagination knows no bounds. Every project I undertook, every idea I brought to life, was infused with the belief that my vision could indeed turn to gold. This conviction not only fueled my creativity but also transformed my career into a journey of endless possibilities, shaping me into the visionary I am today.
By trusting creatives, we encourage them to fully realize their potential and positively impact the world. My personal journey reinforced the idea that my purpose is to create art and make life better, focusing on the horizon rather than proving myself constantly. By embracing these changes, we can set creative individuals free, allowing them to realize and communicate their visions without unnecessary obstacles. Trusting our creatives is not just about appreciating their art—it's about believing in their capacity to shape a better, more innovative future for us all.
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