Design Blog - week 4

 

Hey y’all, welcome back. This week I wanted to slow things down a bit and talk about something broader than tools or techniques just design, creativity, and what actually makes someone creative in the first place. I came across this video while trying to reset my mindset, and instead of feeling like a “how-to,” it felt more like a reminder of why creativity matters at all. It made me step back and look at creativity less as a talent you’re born with and more as something you build over time.

If you want to learn more check it out: How to Build you Creative Confidence

    One of the big ideas that stuck with me from the video was that creative people aren’t just magically inspired they’re curious. They ask questions, they notice patterns, and they’re comfortable sitting with uncertainty. That hit home because it made me realize how much creativity comes from allowing yourself to explore without needing an immediate answer. In design, that shows up when you let yourself sketch something weird, try a layout that might fail, or test an idea just to see what happens. Creativity grows when you give yourself permission to experiment instead of rushing toward a “right” solution.

Another point the video really leaned into was the idea that creativity is something you practice, not something you wait for. Creative people show up even when they don’t feel inspired. That resonated with me a lot, especially in design, where motivation comes and goes. The work doesn’t always start with a spark sometimes the spark shows up after you start. The more you create, the more connections you make, and the easier it becomes to think creatively without forcing it.
    The video also touched on how much our environment shapes creativity. Schools, workplaces, and even social media can either encourage curiosity or slowly shut it down. If everything is about being correct, fast, and polished, creativity takes a hit. But when exploration, failure, and play are allowed, creative thinking starts to grow naturally. That made me think about how important it is to create spaces especially in design where ideas don’t have to be perfect to be valuable.

    Lastly, the video made a strong case for creativity being a shared responsibility. If we want more creative people in society, we can’t just expect individuals to figure it out on their own. We need to support curiosity, celebrate process, and normalize mistakes. For me, that takeaway feels especially relevant right now. Staying creative isn’t about waiting for inspiration it’s about staying open, staying curious, and continuing to build even when things feel unclear. That mindset alone already feels like a step in the right direction.