• Serena Rizzo

    "Take notes, constantly. Save interesting thoughts, quotations, films"
    • 11 Tricks For Battling Creative Blocks, From Leading Creatives
      11 Tricks For Battling Creative Blocks, From Leading Creatives

      It's one of the most dreaded moments in the life of a creative person. The muse packs her bags, walks out the door, and doesn't leave word as to when she'll come back. Many of us, myself included, sink into a deep, dark despair filled with doubt and worry.

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    • Serena Rizzo
      Serena Rizzo
      so true "11. REALIZE THAT GREAT WORK CAN RESULT FROM INTENSE STRUGGLE."
    • Melissa Langeman
      Melissa Langeman
      For me #3, and just hanging out at a quiet coffee shop work wonders. Coffee Shop for creativity and writing, the hotel for straight up productivity. Its a great way to disconnect, have everything taken care of (no distractions or procrastination from doing more housework). I think of these things as a personal off-site. Except, I bring only what I'm working on, and go to a place where I know the staff.
    • Perry Harlock
      Perry Harlock
      No 7 - Except for me 'painting the barn' is 'riding my bike' :-)
    • Serena Rizzo
      Serena Rizzo
      The hotel idea is interesting, I had never thought of it. Have you experienced it before?Is it worth the cost?
    • Serena Rizzo
      Serena Rizzo
      Perry, n.7 would be running for me :)
    • Melissa Langeman
      Melissa Langeman
      Hey Serena, Yes, I've done it a few times, but while living and working in India. So, a 4 star hotel (nicer than you might think in a Tier 1 city) was worth the 65 EUR or whatever per night I paid. I did it 3 or 4 times. If I was not a recent grad, I would surely do it again. When I finally get back into professional life, I'll likely do it maybe a few times a year, finances permitting, of course :)
    • Serena Rizzo
      Serena Rizzo
      thanks for the "review" ;). I will consider it for moments like that (maybe I won't pick London, but a smaller town...)