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50 Things Not To Do When Creatively Blocked or Uninspired
You've read the lists of things you can try when you’re creatively blocked, now here’s a list of 50 things NOT to do when feeling creatively blocked or uninspired. I simply must vacuum! Clean the fridge Vacuum the floor Cleaning of any kind Check your emails Go on social media Cry Throw away your work Berate yourself Worry that your creativity is gone forever Try to counteract the effects with excessive pride Eat an entire box of chocolates Complain Give up Stare at the wall
Marley Betts
Apr 202 min read


Finding Artistic Inspiration
People find artistic inspiration in many different places. What is artistic inspiration? How can you find your own artistic inspiration? And how do these things inspire us? Buckle up, because we're going to delve into all this and more in today's blog post. First things first: What is Artistic Inspiration? Here's my definition of artistic inspiration: Something that CAUSES you to THINK/FEEL and take ACTION So, there are three parts: Making art CAUSATION The 'something' tha
Marley Betts
Apr 165 min read


How to Become a Bookish Billionaire: 12 Get Rich Ideas for BookLovers
Do you love books and money? Want to find a way to combine your two loves so you can get rich while being bookish? I've got you covered. Read on for your chance to become a bookish billionaire! This could be you! 12 Get Rich Ideas for Booklovers Rent yourself out as a Bedtime Story Reader for exhausted parents that have nothing left to give at their kids' bedtime (or adults who need a little help falling asleep). Sell subscriptions to a book streaming service on the televis
Marley Betts
Feb 52 min read


Let Yourself play: Creativity for fun
A while ago, I went to see a bunch of kids (including one of my own) sing and play instruments at our local pub. It was fun, I was proud, and it got me thinking… Why do adults not play more? Making paperbark pictures with Miss 10 I feel confident that most schools could easily pull together a set full of kiddos who are willing to give performing a go. But, could any workplace? Perhaps they could, but in general, it feels as if children are more willing to put their reputation
Marley Betts
Jan 274 min read


27 Things That I am Grateful For Right Now
It has been proven time and again that focusing on the things we are grateful for every day is hugely beneficial for us. Let's get thankful! Here's a list of 27 things that I am grateful for right now.
Marley Betts
Oct 4, 20255 min read


Love for Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo is my favourite artist. I love her work, her use of colour, her iconic face and unconventional beauty, and I love her story and attitude to life. So, here is a blog post dedicated to my love for Frida Kahlo.
Marley Betts
Jul 22, 20243 min read


16 Things to Love About Winter
I often say that I hate winter, but I don't really. I just hate being cold. There are lots of things I love about winter. Let's discuss them so that we can learn to love this chilly season and get through it together.
Marley Betts
Jun 24, 20242 min read


How to Spend One Million Dollars
Eeek! I have won a million dollars! (Not really) Now, time to stop jumping around and let's talk about how we're (theoretically) going to spend it.
Marley Betts
Jun 17, 20244 min read


How to Make Money as a Creative - 5 Things to Do
Let me be honest with you: I have no right to write anything about making money as a creative, because I don't. Like, AT. ALL. I spend more than I get. BUT, this is a conversation that I have had time and time again with many of my creative friends - How DO you make money from creative endeavors? Here are 5 things that come up in our conversations.
Marley Betts
May 13, 20245 min read


42 Cheap or Free Creative Ideas
Feel like being creative but not sure what to do? Or maybe you don't feel creative at all but you'd like to try anyway. Here are 42 cheap or free creative ideas for you to try.
Marley Betts
Mar 25, 20245 min read


36 Reasons Why You Are Awesome
You are just so incredible. I bet you don't believe me, so I am going to give you a list of reasons why you are so darn special.
Marley Betts
Jan 30, 20244 min read


Earthing vs Grounding, Earthing mats, earthing for health - What is earthing all about?
Earthing and grounding are nonsense, right? WRONG! Let's take a look at 7 of the most common questions about earthing (according to AnswerthePublic.com)
Marley Betts
Jan 3, 20243 min read


Lowering Expectations to Welcome a Wonderful New Year
2023 was shit. Partly due to a crippling bout of Imposter Syndrome, mix it up with a major dose of overcommitment and burnout, plus a lack of breathing space/time to myself, add a toe-dip into a mid-life crisis due to an impending 40th birthday, a sprinkle of disappointment and anger, self-imposed social isolation, and twin 3-year-olds. Need I say more? We are taught to always be the best that we can be, but we all know that we are always less than we know we can be. We doom
Marley Betts
Dec 18, 20232 min read


Inspiration for Creatives in the Form of SARK
Let me tell you who SARK is and how she can help inspire you to live in your truth and create with free abandon.
Marley Betts
May 30, 20233 min read


How Do I Get All The Things Done?
How to get things done when life is crazy.
Marley Betts
Apr 11, 20236 min read


10 Secrets You Need to Know to Become an Avid Reader
You don't need to find extra time, spend up big, lock yourself in the bathroom, or be super smart. Read on to find out 10 easy ways to incorporate more reading into your life and reap the benefits!
Marley Betts
Apr 4, 20235 min read
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