In this blog on creativity we’re going to address one of the biggest barriers to creativity:

“I need to be born creative to be a creative person.”

Do you ever think that there is no way you can ever do anything creative, because you were simply not born creative? Do you feel that creative people were born with crayons in their hands and came out scribbling works of art by the age of two or writing arias by the time they were four? There are rare cases of child prodigies, but most people find their creativity by playing and realizing that that’s when they are happiest.

encouragement, creativity, Resources, tipsJackie ScottFebruary 23, 2026creativity, encouragement, creative tips

10 Books on Creativity

This week is all about books on creativity, and how they’ve influenced me. Many of them helped me break down barriers to creativity in my life, which I’m very thankful for. I hope you find this encouraging and are inspired to complete your own list of books that encourage you. If you have any that aren’t on this list (or haven’t read any that are) let me know — I really enjoy connecting with everyone who reads this.

Book Review, Resources, creativity, encouragementJackie ScottJanuary 19, 2026books on creativity, creativity, inspiration

Word of the Year

This is the time of year when most people are making resolutions, setting goals, and welcoming the new year. But what if you’re not interested in setting resolutions that are broken within minutes of “Happy New Year!” being shouted across the land?

Why not focus on a Word of the Year?

encouragement, creativity, faith, ResourcesJackie ScottJanuary 5, 2026encouragement, Planning, Word of the Year

Progress over Perfection

The one thing about creativity that you have to be careful about, is seeking perfection. There is too much of a temptation to try to make the perfect hat, the perfect painting, the perfect loaf of bread.

Perfection doesn’t exist.

If we strive for perfection, all we’re going to get in the end is stressed, and that’s counterintuitive to creativity.

CAUTION: Making Pottery is Addictive!

The beauty of working with clay, is that the possibilities are virtually endless. The lump of clay can become anything you want it to be, if you treat it carefully and with respect.

Pottery, Resources, tips, creativityJackie ScottFebruary 24, 2025pottery, encouragement, creativity, creative practiceComment

Embarrassed to Admit: I Still Hesitate to Ask Questions

Everyone has questions. Sometimes we don’t know which questions to ask, because we don’t know what we don’t know yet. Or how to phrase the question to get the answer we’re actually looking for. Have you experienced that, too? We just don’t know what to ask because we’re so new, we’re drinking in all the instructions and trying to see how everything fits together. Learning is an amazing thing, but it can be difficult and frustrating.

creativity, encouragement, Fear, hope, Resources, tipsJackie ScottFebruary 17, 2025hesitate to ask questions, feeling embarrassed, don't be afraid, ask questionsComment

How a Morning Routine Changed My Mindset

How do you like to start your day? A quiet cup of coffee in a favourite chair? A cup of tea while listening to the radio? Sitting silently and just giving your mind, body, and soul a few minutes to wake up and enjoy the morning? Or do you drag yourself out of bed at the alarm, rush to check your phone for the latest news, social media posts, emails, and scramble to get ready for work?

I used to rush and scramble every morning, but since I started a new morning routine in December 2022, I’ve been much more productive and pleasant in the morning — at least on the days I don’t miss the alarm clock.