"Life is unpredictable… how do I create consistently?"

When life is tumultuous, creating consistently can feel impossible.

Unexpected work obligations, family caretaking, travel emergencies, etc. Finding the time and mental space to be creative can feel overwhelming.

Here’s a way of thinking about it that changed the process for me:

Imagine you’ve promised a good friend — someone you genuinely care about — that you’ll reach out every single day. Your friend is struggling. They need your presence, your advice, or simply your thoughtful voice.

You...