Like you, we have been relatively glued either to the radio or TV (and some blogs) trying to get our “feet back under us” from the news of the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.
After making donations to friends in need, and doing what we can to help from across the country, I still find that putting my focus on creative projects is what is most healing for me now.
Beyond that, the only thing I can think to do is to keep in touch with friends and let them know we care. That seems to do some good for them … and for us.
In the meanwhile, here’s a wonderful kick-start for some of us who have stalled out during these tough days …
I got this from Life Hacker.com, who got it from Creativity Portal…
The Imagination Prompt Generator:
Creativity can be tough at times and I know exactly how hard writer’s block can be. Sometimes you’ll try anything to get yourself an idea.The Imagination Prompt Generator, from Creativity Portal, is a nice little Web application that will prompt you with brain teasers to get you thinking, and hopefully writing. A few examples:
Why is creativity important?
Make up a new word and then give it a definition.
Is the media manipulative?
My favorite movie was about…As you can see, some are better than others and some might be more relevant to you and your writing. However, a new one is just a click away and anything to get you thinking is a good thing.
Hope this helps you out a bit…
