Creative Process A simple exercise that helps you distinguish between the discomforts that hold you back and those that nourish your growth and expansion “‘Discomfort as Creative Fuel’ can help you distinguish between the discomforts that stifle you and the ones that are natural effects of extending yourself to become the creative person you long to be. Understanding discomfort as part of the creative process can transform it from something that extinguishes your creative passion into something that ignites it. This exercise combines breath work and visualization with journaling. Although it’s described here for writers, it’s useful for all creative types. A coach can guide a group or individual client through the exercise and/or you can practice it on your own. Paper, pen or pencil, and a comfortable place to sit are all that’s needed.” Article: Discomfort as Creative Fuel