I just finished reading a great book about the creative process, Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert (of Eat, Pray, Love fame). I found it quite inspirational, and think she does a great job demystifying the creative process.
She offers tips for overcoming fear, finding inspiration, giving yourself permission to start the work, being persistent, and trusting in the process. Here are a few quick excerpts:
And this, my good man, is why we wrestle intellectual tickles out of our noggins, putting words around them and posting them to our blogs. Even if nobody reads, the real reward is clicking the “Publish” button.
Well done again, D2!