4 Things to Help Us Stay Creative When Live is Hard

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comHow to Work Your Inspiration Muscle...- and stop taking things for grantedAs we get older, things that used to blow our minds become... unremarkable.But can we take steps to exercise our inspiration muscle and learn to notice more?I'm so glad you asked!That's exactly what I get into in this episode with 3 ways to stop taking things for granted and tune into the world again._____________________Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com#creativecareer #creativity #productivity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comStop Asking the Wrong QuestionsIn this episode of "Keep the Flow," I dive into the common struggle many creatives face: the tendency to ask ourselves the wrong questions. If you've ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and negativity, you're not alone – I've been there too. As a musician and creative professional, I understand how easy it is to fixate on perceived shortcomings, but I've learned that true growth comes from shifting our focus to the work itself. Instead of questioning why we're not better, we should be asking what we can create next or how we can approach our challenges differently.Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comWhy You Need to Make Your Story Part of Your Creative WorkWhen we tell our own story it has multiple benefits. It allows people to connect with our work. It gives us an opportunity to communicate facets of ourself that can be therapeutic and provides us with a vehicle to understand ourselves. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook, Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comSometimes we can forget that the work we do is important. We can also get so fixated on our original ideas that we try to force things to conform to that vision instead of allowing outside forces to naturally shape the work, whether that’s through unforeseen circumstances or our collaborators. This week on Keep the Flow, I reflect on an interview I heard with actor Gary Oldman. He talked about working with director Christofer Nolan and how the brevity he used in his minimalist direction inspired great performances. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab my new eBook Necessarily Creative: https://book.scottmclemore.comCreatives can access their heart drive for deeper work. Another way to think of our subconscious is a more easily accessible “heart drive” which stores the feelings and memories that inform our ideas. Creative people access the heart drive all the time, but usually without realizing it. A more intentional approach using these 5 tips can strengthen the connection to our heart drive and lead to deeper work. Keep the Flow is a weekly podcast hosted by Scott McLemore that looks under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As creatives, freedom is essential—but without discipline, freedom can lead to aimlessness. In this episode, I break down 5 ways to be your own boss and integrate structure into your creative pursuits without losing joy.When you master discipline, your creative career becomes an unstoppable force. 🚀Get your copy of Necessarily Creative - A Blueprint for a Creative Life: https://book.scottmclemore.comYou might also like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates.Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, it's a bit of an announcement. In this episode I unveil my first eBook, Necessarily Creative - A Blueprint for a Creative Life.https://book.scottmclemore.comThe episode gets into some of the same subject matter but it's more inspired by the book and not really a summary or presentation of the material. Thanks to Med Badr Chemmaoui for the awesome picture in the episode art.You might like my newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly run-down of inspiration and updates. Join here: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comIf you'd like to get early access to podcast episodes as well as bonus material (like a free download of my eBook)...become one of my Patreon peeps: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

First of all, I'm ok. It's funny how when I post episodes about negative issues we deal with, people assume I'm going through something. I always have a few people who reach out to make sure I'm ok.I'm fine.However, I'm not always fine. None of us are. That's where creativity can actually help. But it's easy to forget that.In this episode I run through 4 factors to keep in mind that can help us stay creative when the going gets tough.And, as I mentioned in the episode, here's a link to Sunna's new project of music to Icelandic poetry: https://sunnagunnlaugs.bandcamp.com/album/stin-bjarts-nin-og-andskotans-bla-ri-f-lkinuI also have a free newsletter called The Interval which is a weekly rundown of inspiration and updates directly to your inbox. https://subscribe.scottmclemore.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creativity is why I started Keep the Flow and launched this YouTube channel. How many subscribers I have, or don't have shouldn't have an influence on what I create, but it's hard not to notice when we have a video that performs well. This week I go over my workflow, how I stay consistent, my struggles and potential perks to having a YouTube channel.As a creator, I'm trying to make sense of why my video "What Got You Here Won't Get You There" did better than usual. Should I even be trying to analyze the success or just smile and get back to work?https://youtu.be/hjeYYDlCF8g😎 ABOUT ME:Hi. I'm Scott McLemore, a drummer and composer living way up north in Iceland. I make Keep the Flow every week that look under the hood of the creative process to keep our creative engines humming.You can listen to my music here: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.comAnd follow me for FREE on Patreon: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore🎙️ ALL THE GEAR:Audio:Røde Podmic USB: https://amzn.to/44TtDJrFocusrite Vocaster 2: https://amzn.to/3WRla7HHollyland Lark M2: https://amzn.to/3Sl1ia3Lighting:Amran P60x: https://amzn.to/4dUfekgWeeylite S05: https://amzn.to/3RnnzUbVideo:iPhone 13 Pro: https://amzn.to/47kJi5J📓 Research:Audible: https://amzn.to/3ulKRBuBlinkist: https://blinkist.scottmclemore.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join my free weekly email The Interval for a rundown of inspiration and updates: https://subscribe.scottmclemore.comWhen we get so close to our creative work, we can lose perspective. It’s good to have someone who can take an unbiased look at your work. Sometimes we miss things that seem obvious to others. We all make mistakes. Allowing someone you trust to give you constructive criticism shouldn’t mean less confidence for you, just that you’re human.The patron who helped show me the light was Anika Lacerte who make beautiful print work. Check out her designs here: http://thehandcraftedstory.com/And follow me for FREE on Patreon: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.