Imposter Syndrome: Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Creative
Author: Mahmud Bezalel Imposter syndrome is that persistent, nagging feeling that you don’t deserve your accomplishments. It is that voice in your head that whispers, “You’re a fraud, and sooner or later, everyone will find out that you are not as good as you claim.” Coined by psychologists Pauline Clance and Suzanne Imes in 1978, […]
Designing with Personality
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Every creative person has a spark, yeah! something unique that sets them apart. It’s not just about talent or skill, it’s about how they infuse their personality into everything they create. Whether it’s a jovial graphic designer crafting a flyer that makes people laugh or a moody songwriter channeling their introspection into […]
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer: Old Lessons for a New Age
Mahmud Bezalel In the ending scenes of the book, Tom Sawyer, there is a conversation between two kids, and most people might have overlooked its significance. For those who haven’t read it, the kids were Huck & Tom, and they’re just like every average street kid who hates school and wants to spend all their […]
Silent Pains, Loud Success: The Songbird Called Adele
Author: Mahmud Bezalel “Hello from the other side, I must have called a thousand times, to tell you I’m sorry, for breaking your heart. But it don’t matter, it clearly doesn’t tear you apart any more.” Without being a fan of Adele, the odds that you haven’t heard those lyrics before are very high, high […]
The Virtue of Creative Kindness
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Creative kindness is the thoughtful blending of empathy and imagination. It’s about going beyond conventional acts of kindness to find innovative ways to uplift, connect, and inspire others. While traditional kindness might involve a smile or a helping hand, creative kindness asks: How can I use my unique talents, skills, and ideas […]
The Virtue of Creative Love
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Love, to a creative, is more than just an emotion. It is a virtue that can transforms a mere idea into something that touches hearts and minds. When a creative pours their love into their work, it transcends the boundaries of mere craftsmanship and becomes something deeply personal, something that speaks directly […]
Ten Tips for Creatives Just Starting Out
Author: Mahmud Bezalel Every newbie needs a mentor, a guideline, or rules to follow. Something to remove the chaotic feeling that comes with being a beginner at something. It’s similar to how you needed to be taught how to read when you started schooling, but now, you’re almost at the level of independence in terms […]
A Day in the Life of an “Almost-Famous” Creative
Author: Sagesse Bezalel Ah, the life of a creative soul! Well, becoming an upcoming creative is a bit like being a juggler with one too many balls in the air. It’s thrilling, exhausting, and occasionally involves one of the balls bouncing on your head which may or may be a good sign. 5:00 AM – […]