The Power of Creativity \(Book 1\): Learning How to Build Lasting Habits, Face Your Fears and Change Your Life pdfdrive com

Step 3: Ask Clarifying Questions
American  mythologist  and  writer  Joseph  Campbell  (1904-1987)  famously  told
people to “follow your bliss” only to remark years later, that he should have said
“Follow your blisters.”
In other words, it’s one thing to talk about following your passion, but you’ll
also need to take stock of what is causing you to struggle.
To do that, ask yourself searing questions about the themes of your life and
each of your roles and areas of responsibility. Sample questions include:
When am I at my best/worst as a parent/employer
employee/spouse/artist etc.?
Where do my natural talents lie?
What’s important to me in my work/home life?
What energises me, and what makes me feel apathetic?
What is my passion?
Who inspires me in my work, relationships, etc.?
Which role models can I emulate?
What values guide my work/my studies/my relationships?
Are there core values or principles I am not prepared to violate (these
can include charters that you join)?
How do these values relate to my day-to-day life?
What mistakes have I made in my life so far, and how I can avoid
repeating them?
You can write these questions down in a journal or expand on them using a
mind map. If you’re less visually oriented, you could write a personal question
and answer document. Use bullet points or just record your thoughts using pen
and paper.

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