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Creativity: It's not what you think: An artist's journey from mind to heart to the source of all creativity
Unleash your untapped creative powers.
Do you have an inner voice that calls out to you, that longs to be heard, that wants to be expressed?
Join renowned artist Don Campbell on his creative journey as he explores the outer limits of creative potential through his art and life. An astonishing and multiple award winning artist with over 30 years experience as a sculptor, Don is also the founder of a graphic design agency and has won many awards.
Discover how to listen with the whole body through sensing and to create space for a new future to emerge for you.
We all have that inner voice, a desire, a calling that hungers to be born through us. Too often this voice is repressed, which results in living small in the shadows of what we can truly become.
Learn to both sense and listen to the intuitive impulses of the inner voice that longs to be heard.
It does not matter what your background is, who you are, what you do, your age or where you live, what matters is having the will to let go of what is not working for you so you can step off the treadmill of repeating the past. This book will help you identify the obstacles that hold you back. Only then can you free yourself and create the space to thrive and grow. Some of the topics offered • Learn the four levels of deep listening to enhance intuition• Express creativity through sensing, not thinking• Aligning oneself with one’s life’s purpose• Achieve “presence” and “stillness,” the essential portals to higher creativity• Learn to utilize your thoughts, but only when needed
Don’s book will inspire and encourage you to open your heart and mind and give voice to what is hidden.
Do you have an inner voice that calls out to you, that longs to be heard, that wants to be expressed?
Join renowned artist Don Campbell on his creative journey as he explores the outer limits of creative potential through his art and life. An astonishing and multiple award winning artist with over 30 years experience as a sculptor, Don is also the founder of a graphic design agency and has won many awards.
Discover how to listen with the whole body through sensing and to create space for a new future to emerge for you.
We all have that inner voice, a desire, a calling that hungers to be born through us. Too often this voice is repressed, which results in living small in the shadows of what we can truly become.
Learn to both sense and listen to the intuitive impulses of the inner voice that longs to be heard.
It does not matter what your background is, who you are, what you do, your age or where you live, what matters is having the will to let go of what is not working for you so you can step off the treadmill of repeating the past. This book will help you identify the obstacles that hold you back. Only then can you free yourself and create the space to thrive and grow. Some of the topics offered • Learn the four levels of deep listening to enhance intuition• Express creativity through sensing, not thinking• Aligning oneself with one’s life’s purpose• Achieve “presence” and “stillness,” the essential portals to higher creativity• Learn to utilize your thoughts, but only when needed
Don’s book will inspire and encourage you to open your heart and mind and give voice to what is hidden.
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118 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 10, 2021
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May 24, 2021
Amazing book. ✨📚
A literary work delineating the true side of creativity
“Around here, however, we don't look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things, because we're curious...and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths”. The line as stated here connotes a sense of progression and a lot of relevance with the overall context of the literary work at hand. Delving further, it must be taken into account that the author himself is replete with relevant credentials as being a sculptor for more than 30 years and this adds to the validity of the overall context in which he presents his view. As we proceed further, one may surmise that the title of the book suggests different connotations pertaining to the meaning of creativity and here the author has verily discussed the importance of meeting of mind and body to ensure a healthy flow of creativity. In addition to the same what stands out is that the author has made an objective assessment by suggesting that creativity must come instinctively without much of premeditation
It must be noted that the author has made poignant views and has used lucidity to convey the greater message through his book. In addition to the same, the overall presentation reflects an innate sense of objectivity which is the most vital aspect of creativity. The overall effect of the same being that this book is a must read for everyone willing to refresh his/her understanding of creativity and arts and gather newer perspectives
A great read connoting a vital delineation with regards to the true aspect and exploring the greater connections with the mind and body. This book is recommended to anyone who is willing to explore literature pertaining to arts and creativity.
A literary work delineating the true side of creativity
“Around here, however, we don't look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things, because we're curious...and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths”. The line as stated here connotes a sense of progression and a lot of relevance with the overall context of the literary work at hand. Delving further, it must be taken into account that the author himself is replete with relevant credentials as being a sculptor for more than 30 years and this adds to the validity of the overall context in which he presents his view. As we proceed further, one may surmise that the title of the book suggests different connotations pertaining to the meaning of creativity and here the author has verily discussed the importance of meeting of mind and body to ensure a healthy flow of creativity. In addition to the same what stands out is that the author has made an objective assessment by suggesting that creativity must come instinctively without much of premeditation
It must be noted that the author has made poignant views and has used lucidity to convey the greater message through his book. In addition to the same, the overall presentation reflects an innate sense of objectivity which is the most vital aspect of creativity. The overall effect of the same being that this book is a must read for everyone willing to refresh his/her understanding of creativity and arts and gather newer perspectives
A great read connoting a vital delineation with regards to the true aspect and exploring the greater connections with the mind and body. This book is recommended to anyone who is willing to explore literature pertaining to arts and creativity.
May 24, 2021
The author Don Campbell himself is an artist, he is proficient, exceptionally skilled and is now sharing some of the experiences from his life. The book is a self help guide, it is a result of great efforts and a nobel ideology to support others. In the book, the author shares the concept of inner voice, in addition to this he also mentions how each part our body has a message for us which can be comprehend by sensations. The author has a real different approach which will guide the readers to develop the creativity by sensing. Along with this the author shares the visualisation and documentation of his own work as a sclupture artist which will be a great motivation for all the readers. Irrespective of their interests and profession the readers will learn and explore a lot from this book because in everything we do or practice creativity must exist. In the current world, creative ideas and actions are always welcomed and appreciated. Not just this, the book also guides us to live in harmony with the inner self. Overall the book is a wonderful guide one should definitely not miss. Flip the pages to learn, evaluate and grow, it's something never-ending, the more you share, the more you have.
Kudos to the author for bringing this wonderful book for the readers. This is an exceptional self help book which will help you to work on yourself, on both internal and external ways. The teachings of the book will help you discover yourself, listen to your inner voice and evolve. Totally not a one time read, refer to it whenever you need positivity and upliftment. A well composed read, many thanks to the author for sharing his valuable experiences with us.
Kudos to the author for bringing this wonderful book for the readers. This is an exceptional self help book which will help you to work on yourself, on both internal and external ways. The teachings of the book will help you discover yourself, listen to your inner voice and evolve. Totally not a one time read, refer to it whenever you need positivity and upliftment. A well composed read, many thanks to the author for sharing his valuable experiences with us.
December 28, 2021
Inspiring book with great tips
Sometimes I feel like I'm trying too hard, judging too much, comparing my work to "real artists" too often. It's frustrating. Sometimes I feel stuck because I feel like I'm not coming up with my own unique feel, authentic self creations.
While reading this book it made me realize a connection between things I do already, meditate and create, for some reason my head was so filled with judgment of my own ideas and other clutter I didn't think of applying a clear mind to my art. Seems crazy in retrospect.
Just clearing my mind and allowing it to play with materials, just in my head, I cleared a block and had unique ideas that I want to explore at my workbench. It felt invigorating and represented my true self.
Sometimes it's just a little nudge, a simple idea, that helps unlock your potential.
I'm thankful to have found this book and taken the time to actually read it (hey, we all have those books we plan to read but get sidetracked lol).
Sometimes I feel like I'm trying too hard, judging too much, comparing my work to "real artists" too often. It's frustrating. Sometimes I feel stuck because I feel like I'm not coming up with my own unique feel, authentic self creations.
While reading this book it made me realize a connection between things I do already, meditate and create, for some reason my head was so filled with judgment of my own ideas and other clutter I didn't think of applying a clear mind to my art. Seems crazy in retrospect.
Just clearing my mind and allowing it to play with materials, just in my head, I cleared a block and had unique ideas that I want to explore at my workbench. It felt invigorating and represented my true self.
Sometimes it's just a little nudge, a simple idea, that helps unlock your potential.
I'm thankful to have found this book and taken the time to actually read it (hey, we all have those books we plan to read but get sidetracked lol).
August 19, 2021
Concise and well-written
Don Campbell presents a concise narration on the importance of reaching a state of stillness/mental silence and emotional awareness and openness as a preparation for any creative work.
Well written, not too complex, and refreshingly free of typos that seem to inhabit much of modern day non-fiction.
Don Campbell presents a concise narration on the importance of reaching a state of stillness/mental silence and emotional awareness and openness as a preparation for any creative work.
Well written, not too complex, and refreshingly free of typos that seem to inhabit much of modern day non-fiction.
February 20, 2022
Heart and Imagination
Don Campbell takes on the artist experience through his journey. Sage advice having to do with sensing art. The creativity is found by practicing introspection and meditation. Don Campbell tells it better than I can in a simple review. I recommend this book to those running into brick walls when it come to creativity.
Don Campbell takes on the artist experience through his journey. Sage advice having to do with sensing art. The creativity is found by practicing introspection and meditation. Don Campbell tells it better than I can in a simple review. I recommend this book to those running into brick walls when it come to creativity.
June 9, 2025
Don has offered [not taught] a refreshing way of nurturing and harvesting the prompting of the creative muse. ie: put in the time to develop competency and then let go of historical limiting thinking and open to and let come the arising possibilities of heart, head, hand and will though present-moment-mindfulness. Timely in many ways!
jake
jake
February 4, 2022
This book opens with a powerful concept. Our identification as artists can include "and".
Campbell writes a book about his personal journey with creativity. Includes a how to, and a workbook section.
Small book. Big punch.
Campbell writes a book about his personal journey with creativity. Includes a how to, and a workbook section.
Small book. Big punch.
March 5, 2023
I am therefore I do
Great explanation of creativity and why we want it and why we don't. Answers many questions as to the natural ability some may have while many struggle to achieve. Your purpose and striving to meet your goals must be realized.
t and why we don't.
Great explanation of creativity and why we want it and why we don't. Answers many questions as to the natural ability some may have while many struggle to achieve. Your purpose and striving to meet your goals must be realized.
t and why we don't.
October 25, 2021
Wise Words
Although many of the ideas in this book may not be new, Don Campbell's ability to reshape them in his words allows the reader to see them in a new light.
Although many of the ideas in this book may not be new, Don Campbell's ability to reshape them in his words allows the reader to see them in a new light.
March 5, 2023
I love Campbell's art.... it's stunning and masterful. Unfortunately, his book is lightweight and doesn't offer anything new.
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