🌟 Cozy Freelancer Chat: Boosting Creativity and Productivity

[rafikdz]

Hey there, fellow freelancers and creative souls!

I don't know about you, but I often find myself seeking new ways to ignite my creativity and stay on top of my productivity game.
It's like a cozy puzzle we're all trying to solve, right? 🧩🤔

So, I thought, why not gather around in our virtual coffee shop, and have a chat about it? Let's swap tips, tricks, and stories that help us keep the creative sparks flying and those deadlines firmly in check.

What's your secret sauce for boosting creativity? Do you have a favorite playlist, a magical corner in your workspace, or a ritual that never fails to get those creative juices flowing? Share, share, share!

I'll start first:

Nature's Inspiration: I often find a walk in the park or a hike in the mountains does wonders for my creativity. How about you? 

Listening to a podcast: In the other hand, I find listening to a podcast to be the worst thing I can do to reduce my productivity.

what is yours do you have any?

[8429b519]

I've never been a podcast person, the short 5-15 second videos on social media is all my brain can handle ‌‌🤣

Caffeine is my best source of motivation. Five minutes of it in my system and I have all the fuzzies and its GO TIME!
I try to trick my body and brain by having a hot *caffeine free*  beverage in the evenings.

Lastly, implementing a reward system (a walk, a snack, no screen time) after finishing a task that's taking so many revisions because of ONE sentence or word in my voice over gig for the day, boy it had me in shambles ‌ 💔

[rafikdz]

Haha, I feel you on the short videos! Caffeine is life, and those little rewards are sanity-savers. Keep pushing through!

[17a409ae]

To boost creativity, I often take a leisurely walk in nature, brainstorm with a friend or play football 

[rafikdz]

Doing physical activities is one of the best ways to refresh your body and your brain,..maybe your soul too.
Good choice!

[17a409ae]

thank you rafik 😎

[rafikdz]

You're welcom

[c26e5034]

Sport good choice

[rafikdz]

Absolutely , do you practice any sport?
I think you like walking, conclusion from a picture of your profile 😅

[c26e5034]

Yes, I like walking in the mountains , I can't describe this feeling 

[rafikdz]

I tried it before, amazing thing

[17a409ae]

Absolutely djamel👌

[17a409ae]

Your unique productivity strategies are impressive! Harnessing caffeine's energy, evening rituals, and rewards for perseverance show wisdom in mastering productivity challenges,But don't overdo it 😁  Keep thriving! 💪😄

[rafikdz]

Great point of view 👌

[c109288b]

I often visit my garden and watch the flowers and do some work there.

That really boots my creativity.

[rafikdz]

at times...I look our garden from the window... and feel it could be the best thing I can do.

But I have never done it before, maybe one day...

[17a409ae]

The psychologist told me that one of the most comfortable jobs for the soul is working in nature, as you do 👌 Continue 👋

[rafikdz]

Absolutely 👌

[17a409ae]

Thanks Rafik

[rafikdz]

You're Welcome

[c26e5034]

This is really cool 👌

[17a409ae]

of course 

[rafikdz]

I see your conversation 👋

[c26e5034]

I want to share a secret with you, but please don't find it amusing.

When I experience anger, I tend to channel it into various creative endeavors. Is this a psychological phenomenon or something else entirely? 🤔🤔

[17a409ae]

First time hearing this, I've never encountered this before  

[c26e5034]

Honestly, abderrahmane I've noticed this many times

[17a409ae]

It's great to turn your anger into the boosting creativity

[c26e5034]

indeed

[rafikdz]

I would love to see that 😁

[rafikdz]

the good thing is that you are using your anger to create something positive.

[rafikdz]

I hope I'm right

[c26e5034]

i agree 100 % with you , thanks god

[rafikdz]

Great

[17a409ae]

This is used when making decisions, you should not be angry because it will result in regret 

[rafikdz]

Absolutely :hundred_points: 

[c26e5034]

This happened several times

[rafikdz]

Great

[spxpert]

I tend to take a brief meditation break usually in the evening (just before i start doing more work),  it helps you to reenergize and get focused,  on a great day I do a short 15-20 mins yoga before meditation...

[rafikdz]

Great ;Could you tell me more about your meditation and yoga routine? How did you start, and what benefits have you noticed in your daily life?

[c26e5034]

I read in a book that yoga contributes to breathing control and mindfulness, which may reduce stress and promote relaxation. It has been shown to reduce levels of cortisol, which is the stress hormone.