I know a handful of creatives involved in different things ranging from music, art, fashion, styling, writing, blogging, business, and more, who often challenge and create and deliver new ideas to their various platforms and callings. While being creative is cool, it also has its challenges. People who aren’t creative usually don’t understand or mesh well with those who are, which is challenging in itself. It’s not that we can’t all get along, it’s just that creatives often see things on different levels and have an opposite approach to different things in life from the way they create to how they interact with other people. Some truths about creative people? Keep reading…
They Need Time Alone. This is probably one of the biggest things to know about creatives. They often need time alone. Uninterrupted. Unbothered. Undisturbed. One of my biggest pet peeves whenever I’m brainstorming, writing, blogging, or trying to read or listen to something that may help my process is when someone starts talking to me or interrupting my flow. A lot of people who aren’t involved in something creative may get offended when someone creative is short with them or gets upset when interrupted, but please try not to take it personally. We all need time alone sometimes. I do my best work when I’m able to be alone to create at my best and fullest capacity.
They’re Often Misunderstood. Talk to any creative person you know, and I bet at one point or another, they’ve felt misunderstood. It happens a lot. Whenever you’re a creative constructing anything from the ground up, whether it’s a dope song, an incredible painting, or a new business venture, anticipate little to no support in the early stages, criticism, and perhaps some controversy heading your way. A lot of people may think you’re odd, crazy, silly, or wasting your time but someone is going to get on board with what you’re doing. As long as you like/love what you’re creating, ultimately, that’s all that matters. You will eventually connect with a lot of people, but don’t allow your creativity to be defined by people. People are inconsistent. Dare to let go of the need to be understood. You will reach who you’re supposed to reach.
They’re Often Introverted. I was surprised to learn that public figures like Jared Leto, J.K. Rowling, and Steven Spielberg were introverts. As creative and incredible as they are in things like writing, music, filmmaking, and more, it was interesting and inspiring to learn that off the stage of what they do for a living, they’re introverted. Some of the most creative people I know are very quiet, to themselves, and again, need time alone. I’m the same way, which is why it surprises me when someone perceives me as outgoing or extroverted. I’m definitely more of an introvert. I don’t mind going out and meeting different people sometimes, but things like large crowds and people who talk too much can be personally overwhelming sometimes too.
They Date Differently. I find creative people attractive. And creative guys? My oh my 😍. They’re intriguing, and they understand what it’s like to occasionally need space to create. I’ve heard opposites attract but I believe creatives date differently. You may recognize that a lot of them are very single too. They may want to be in relationships but aren’t defined by them nor do they worship them. Creatives dating creatives can be cool and may even challenge one another to be better. Some creatives may lean towards someone who’s entirely different from them, in the sense that they’re not into the world of arts or creativity, but I imagine that’d be challenging. It honestly depends on what someone’s preference is. To each their own.
They Usually Don’t Follow Trends. If one wants to change the game, it can’t and won’t be done by being a carbon-copy of someone else. Truly creative people may get inspired by what someone else has done but they often take what inspires them and maximize things on an entirely different level. Creatives don’t need to fit in. Especially the ones who know who they are. A lot of them avoid what’s trendy. They break rules and set new trends. I love when someone does something different that commands attention. Different is what changes the game. And it can’t be done doing what’s always been done. Be creative and dare to be different. It’s a good look.