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about the book
Are you ready to rediscover, reclaim or reignite your creative flame and embark on an exciting journey of self-expression and imagination? Midlife is the perfect moment to embrace your inner artist, and "Creative Sparks" is your guiding light on this transformative path.
Within the pages of Creative Sparks: 21 Affirmations & Inspiration for Creativity at Midlife, you'll discover:
21 Empowering Affirmations: Harness the power of positive thinking to silence your inner critic and awaken your creative genius. These affirmations are like a secret code, unlocking the gates to your boundless imagination.
Creativity Tips: Gain invaluable wisdom from an artist, poet and creativity coach who’s been there…and who has worked with artists, writers and other creatives to unblock and move forward with their creative flow..
Inspiration: From visual artists, writers, and creatives who have ventured into the uncharted realms of inspiration. Learn their secrets, habits, and techniques to channel your creativity into something remarkable.
Unleash Your Unique Brilliance & Hidden Potential: Midlife is a season of self-discovery and reinvention. "Creative Sparks" will help you through journal exercises to rekindle your artistic passions, guiding you to create your most meaningful and fulfilling work yet.. From painting to writing, music to crafts, you'll find the inspiration to embrace your artistic calling, no matter your chosen medium.
If you've ever dreamed of creating something extraordinary, if you've yearned to express your innermost thoughts and feelings, and if you're seeking the inspiration to make your creative dreams a reality, then "Creative Sparks" is the key to unlocking your artistic potential.
Within the pages of Creative Sparks: 21 Affirmations & Inspiration for Creativity at Midlife, you'll discover:
21 Empowering Affirmations: Harness the power of positive thinking to silence your inner critic and awaken your creative genius. These affirmations are like a secret code, unlocking the gates to your boundless imagination.
Creativity Tips: Gain invaluable wisdom from an artist, poet and creativity coach who’s been there…and who has worked with artists, writers and other creatives to unblock and move forward with their creative flow..
Inspiration: From visual artists, writers, and creatives who have ventured into the uncharted realms of inspiration. Learn their secrets, habits, and techniques to channel your creativity into something remarkable.
Unleash Your Unique Brilliance & Hidden Potential: Midlife is a season of self-discovery and reinvention. "Creative Sparks" will help you through journal exercises to rekindle your artistic passions, guiding you to create your most meaningful and fulfilling work yet.. From painting to writing, music to crafts, you'll find the inspiration to embrace your artistic calling, no matter your chosen medium.
If you've ever dreamed of creating something extraordinary, if you've yearned to express your innermost thoughts and feelings, and if you're seeking the inspiration to make your creative dreams a reality, then "Creative Sparks" is the key to unlocking your artistic potential.
about the author
Sharon J. Burton has actively served as a visual artist, art curator, poet, podcaster, teaching artist and creativity coach for 20 years in the DC, Maryland and Virginia areas. She is the founder of Spark Your Creative Coaching, where she works with artists, authors, writers and other creatives to unblock and reach their creative potential. She also serves as the host of the Spark Your Creative podcast (SoundCloud) focusing on midlife artists, writers and creatives.
She received her certification in creativity coaching from the Creativity Coaching Association. She completed requirements for the professional certificate in Art Business from New York University. Sharon is also a certified Meditation Instructor and as Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Guide.
Sharon has a visual art studio, writing and creativity coaching practice based in Southern, Maryland where she has lived for over 20 years.
Learn more about Sharon here.
She received her certification in creativity coaching from the Creativity Coaching Association. She completed requirements for the professional certificate in Art Business from New York University. Sharon is also a certified Meditation Instructor and as Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Guide.
Sharon has a visual art studio, writing and creativity coaching practice based in Southern, Maryland where she has lived for over 20 years.
Learn more about Sharon here.
what they are saying
"Creativity coach, artist, poet and author Sharon Burton demonstrates through her personal and client stories how midlife is the perfect time to reclaim your creativity. Creative Sparks offers powerful affirmations to help you get started, and the inspiration and personal growth tools to follow through." Lisa Tener, Award Winning Author and Book Coach
It's a wonderful in depth guide with everything from advice on dealing with the inner critic, how to create the perfect creative environment down to the lighting, along with ways to spark your creativity. She has great info on journaling as well as journaling prompts for every section covered in the book. If you're someone looking to add more creativity in your life or, as part of an already established creative practice, then this book is a must have. Krysten Lindsay Hager author, blogger, and podcast guest host for Michigan Avenue Media.
"This book came to me at the perfect time. As a writer of a certain age, I felt like this book spoke to me where I am right now, an empty nester, with a desire to write and a need to do creative things, but often feeling stuck in the middle of everything. Sharon's words are kind and thoughtful, borne of years of experience, and most importantly, they do not talk down to those of us who are entering a new phase of life reluctantly or with strong feelings. She is with us as our guide, offering ideas, prompts for writing and art, and practical suggestions for moving forward with confidence and vigor, rather than anger and cynicism. I highly recommend this book as a guide, an anchor, a way forward and a workbook to savor and work through." Pattie Reitz, Author
"This book is designed to help you get your creative juices flowing - to believe in yourself and your abilities. Coming from a family who loves music and singing as well as other forms of art, it easy to compare yourself to others and not feel "up to snuff." This book has so many things I love:
It's a wonderful in depth guide with everything from advice on dealing with the inner critic, how to create the perfect creative environment down to the lighting, along with ways to spark your creativity. She has great info on journaling as well as journaling prompts for every section covered in the book. If you're someone looking to add more creativity in your life or, as part of an already established creative practice, then this book is a must have. Krysten Lindsay Hager author, blogger, and podcast guest host for Michigan Avenue Media.
"This book came to me at the perfect time. As a writer of a certain age, I felt like this book spoke to me where I am right now, an empty nester, with a desire to write and a need to do creative things, but often feeling stuck in the middle of everything. Sharon's words are kind and thoughtful, borne of years of experience, and most importantly, they do not talk down to those of us who are entering a new phase of life reluctantly or with strong feelings. She is with us as our guide, offering ideas, prompts for writing and art, and practical suggestions for moving forward with confidence and vigor, rather than anger and cynicism. I highly recommend this book as a guide, an anchor, a way forward and a workbook to savor and work through." Pattie Reitz, Author
"This book is designed to help you get your creative juices flowing - to believe in yourself and your abilities. Coming from a family who loves music and singing as well as other forms of art, it easy to compare yourself to others and not feel "up to snuff." This book has so many things I love:
- writing your own affirmations and proving yourself wrong
- journal reflections to see your growth
- leaning into your abilities, self expression and discovery
- explores the benefits of harnessing your creativity including performance at work and physical health
- suggestions to quiet your inner critic and quell fear and anxiety
- and the affirmations at the end are beautiful!"
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