All Discussions Tagged 'creativity' - Wild Minds network2024-03-29T09:27:20Zhttps://wildminds.ning.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=creativity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noHere's a Crazy Thought...tag:wildminds.ning.com,2018-07-17:4661400:Topic:3077022018-07-17T22:11:14.615Zbluemeasurehttps://wildminds.ning.com/profile/bluemeasure
<p><strong>What would it be like to pursue one of your daydreams?</strong></p>
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<p><strong>What would it be like to find a realistic application to your daydream and make it come to reality?</strong></p>
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<p>That's just a thought I had the other day, and I thought it may be worth a share. I know that it seems so trivial, but I want you to give it some honest thought and tell me how you felt when you gave your daydream that…</p>
<p><strong>What would it be like to pursue one of your daydreams?</strong></p>
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<p><strong>What would it be like to find a realistic application to your daydream and make it come to reality?</strong></p>
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<p>That's just a thought I had the other day, and I thought it may be worth a share. I know that it seems so trivial, but I want you to give it some honest thought and tell me how you felt when you gave your daydream that consideration.</p>
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<p>I've been in therapy for around 2 years now. I've shared the concept of maladaptive daydreaming with my therapist. I think she's somewhat on board with what I experience, but she calls it "ruminations" instead. Honestly, it has been a mix of rumination and full-fledged fantasy. </p>
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<p>Like many others, I came to therapy very depressed. I had a challenging adolescence to say the least (mostly family issues). Over the years, I forgot that I was a creative child. My therapist helped me remember/prioritize my creativity. It BLOWS MY MIND how I lost that part of myself.</p>
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<p>I remember spending HOURS each day (as a kid) daydreaming about becoming a secret agent, fighting crime, falling in love, doing acrobatics, becoming a popstar, etc. I (more or less) wanted to become a badass, a powerful communicator and influencer. Unfortunately, my fantasies were so crazy and elaborate that I dismissed the possibility that I could become a badass and family matters clouded my dreams. The ruminations took over. When I began delving into my creative pursuits again, things become more clear. </p>
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<p>Recently, I began reading some self-help books. I read <em>You Are a Bad Ass</em> by Jen Sincero and that helped me frame the concept that any person can pursue their dreams; be anyone that they want to be. That book helped me realize that my lack of confidence was the result of me not fulfilling my desires or meeting the values and standards that I (subconsciously) set for myself.</p>
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<p><strong>So how would I make my dreams come to fruition?</strong></p>
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<p>A realistic application of "becoming a secret agent" would be to do something that simulates what it would be like to become a secret agent. In other words, I could take up a martial arts or sniper class. </p>
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<p>I could take up singing lessons to find the realistic application of "becoming a popstar." I won't, because I've already been in a choir and have singing experience at this point. But that doesn't change the fact that I seek to be on stage and inspire others... I can apply realistic applications to <em>that dream</em>.</p>
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<p>I'm really curious about what you think about all of this. </p> How would you describe yourself?tag:wildminds.ning.com,2014-12-21:4661400:Topic:1978932014-12-21T18:35:20.522ZPatrick Johnhttps://wildminds.ning.com/profile/PatrickJohn
<p>I know on the inside we’re constantly daydreaming, but what else describes you all? I would say I have a quick sense of humor, yet have also been diagnosed with mild depression. I am very good at creative writing but not at paperwork, and I can rarely get past the first few pages of a book before my concentration looses the battle against my imagination. I have fantastic inventions inside my head but score very low on ‘Executive Function’, so I don’t know how to proceed with my ideas. I’m…</p>
<p>I know on the inside we’re constantly daydreaming, but what else describes you all? I would say I have a quick sense of humor, yet have also been diagnosed with mild depression. I am very good at creative writing but not at paperwork, and I can rarely get past the first few pages of a book before my concentration looses the battle against my imagination. I have fantastic inventions inside my head but score very low on ‘Executive Function’, so I don’t know how to proceed with my ideas. I’m probably also a bit OCD and love creating spreadsheets (part of my job) complete with color-coordination and specific fonts. I’m left-handed for writing, eating, and playing the drums, and right-handed for throwing a ball or playing guitar. Also I was very good at competitive swimming -maybe because going back and forth in a swimming pool was a good zone to channel my thoughts.</p>
<p>What similarities/differences to you see for yourself?</p> Finding a career with MDtag:wildminds.ning.com,2014-08-03:4661400:Topic:1899082014-08-03T17:32:04.291ZGeobukseonhttps://wildminds.ning.com/profile/AlexBelanger
<p>Hey WM,</p>
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<p>My name is Alex and I'm a new guy here who just recently found out about MD and the 'ins' and 'outs' in having it. I've always viewed my daydreams as both a blessing and a curse because of both the creativity I can spark in a single moment and the inevitable distraction it makes for me as a socially anxious person.</p>
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<p>Now, with that being said (or wrote), I'm at the point in my life where I have to make a decision towards my future and what I want to do,…</p>
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<p>My name is Alex and I'm a new guy here who just recently found out about MD and the 'ins' and 'outs' in having it. I've always viewed my daydreams as both a blessing and a curse because of both the creativity I can spark in a single moment and the inevitable distraction it makes for me as a socially anxious person.</p>
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<p>Now, with that being said (or wrote), I'm at the point in my life where I have to make a decision towards my future and what I want to do, yet there's no direction I can find myself set on. On the one hand, I want a creative career that will help me utilize my MD (because I love writing and artistry), but, as many of you are aware, there are certain changes and attachments that I fear might hinder me in the long run. I could choose another career, more suited towards what I'm capable of, but I don't want to be stuck with working at a job I don't find any passion in.</p>
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<p>I'm seeing my friends and family achieve and strive for their dreams, yet I'm stuck undecided with many set backs bogging me down and it's slowly killing me. Do you guys have any tips on helping me out?</p> The Unquiet Mindtag:wildminds.ning.com,2013-05-21:4661400:Topic:1407502013-05-21T11:33:41.286ZAquariushttps://wildminds.ning.com/profile/Aquarius
<p>Here's a podcast I stumbled on , it is really good. Incase you thought your MDD makes you a pariah , you need to hear this <a href="http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171270354/the-unquiet-mind">http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171270354/the-unquiet-mind</a></p>
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<p>@Hunter - would really like to hear your views on it.</p>
<p>Here's a podcast I stumbled on , it is really good. Incase you thought your MDD makes you a pariah , you need to hear this <a href="http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171270354/the-unquiet-mind">http://www.npr.org/2013/02/06/171270354/the-unquiet-mind</a></p>
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<p>@Hunter - would really like to hear your views on it.</p>