Unlock Your Creativity — Discover The Secrets Behind THE NEW BOOK “You Are Creative”
What if you could unlock new ideas with a single question?
What if the key to solving your problems and creating change was already within you?
You Are Creative: Free Yourself to Free the World is here to prove that creativity is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Whether you’re looking to solve problems, spark innovation, or create meaningful change, this book is your guide to unlocking your potential.
In a world that often devalues creativity, this book will help you reclaim your creative spirit and imagination, not just for yourself, but for the collective good.
Why I Wrote This Book
I wrote You Are Creative because I believe creativity is a powerful tool for freedom—not just personal freedom through creative expression but collective liberation. Growing up in what is now called New Orleans, though known to many Indigenous people as Bulbancha—the place of many tongues, I witnessed firsthand and got to be a part of how communities use creativity to survive, thrive, and preserve culture, even in the face of challenges.
That spirit of resilience is what inspired me to dig deep into the idea of creativity as a tool for liberation—not just for individuals, but for entire communities.
So many of us stop creating as we get older. We internalize the idea that we’re “not creative enough” or that creativity is a skill reserved for the gifted few. I wanted to write a book that challenges that mindset.
This book is my invitation to you to reconnect with your creative spark, let go of judgment, and explore the endless possibilities of your imagination.
Who This Book Is For
This book is for anyone who’s ready to embrace their creativity, whether you:
Feel stuck and want to reignite your imagination.
Are an activist, educator, or organizer looking for creative tools to spark change.
Simply want to reconnect with the joy of creating without judgment.
What Readers Will Experience
You Are Creative is more than just a book—it’s a journey.
Discover practical exercises that use proven techniques like Forced Connections, Creative Constraints, and Idea Splicing to unlock your creativity.
Learn from real-world stories of creative activism, like the Black Panter Party’s Community Survival Programs in the 1960s-80s, the women of arpilleras movement who resisted Pinochet’s regime in Chile, and contemporary food justice activism in the Bronx, that show how imagination can drive social change.
Use its myth-defying insights to break free from limiting beliefs and build a toolkit to spark innovation in your everyday life.
What’s Inside?
You Are Creative is structured around practical exercises, inspiring stories, and thoughtful insights to help you ignite your creativity. Each chapter builds on the next, offering practical exercises and insights to help you flex your creative muscles.
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Chapter 1: The ‘What If’ Game
Explore the power of hypothetical thinking to challenge assumptions and open new possibilities. This exercise will get you asking the right questions to uncover unexpected ideas.
Chapter 2: Random Word Association
Learn how combining unrelated words can lead to fresh ideas. This playful technique helps break through creative blocks and spark innovation.
Chapter 3: Forced Connections
Discover how connecting seemingly unrelated concepts can produce groundbreaking ideas. This chapter includes exercises to train your mind to think beyond the obvious.
Chapter 4: Role-Playing
Step into someone else’s shoes! Learn how adopting different perspectives can expand your creativity and help you tackle problems in new ways.
Chapter 5: Reframing Problems
Change the way you see challenges by reframing problems. This chapter explores strategies to flip your perspective and unlock solutions you didn’t know were possible.
Chapter 6: Creative Constraints
Sometimes less is more. Learn how limitations can fuel creativity and help you think in ways you never would have considered otherwise.
Chapter 7: Changing Your Environment
Explore how shifting your surroundings can inspire new ideas. Whether it’s a physical move or a mental shift, this chapter will help you see your environment with fresh eyes.
Chapter 8: Journaling for Creativity
Tap into the power of journaling to unlock ideas and reflect on your creative process. Includes prompts to help you build a regular journaling practice.
Chapter 9: Mind Mapping
Visualize your ideas in new ways through mind mapping. This chapter teaches how to organize your thoughts and see connections you might have missed.
Chapter 10: Idea Splicing
Combine and reimagine existing ideas to create something entirely new. This chapter shows how to weave together disparate concepts into innovative solutions.
Chapter 11: Reverse Thinking
Turn conventional thinking on its head! Learn how reversing assumptions can lead to surprising and effective creative breakthroughs.
Chapter 12: Mindfulness and Meditation
Discover how mindfulness practices can quiet the noise and create space for creativity. This chapter explores how meditation can fuel imaginative thinking and emotional resilience.
faq: your questions, answered
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Absolutely not! This book isn’t just for artists. Creativity is for everyone. It’s about thinking differently, solving problems, and imagining new possibilities. Whether you’re an activist, educator, or someone who doesn’t identify as “creative,” you’ll find tools and inspiration here.
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Definitely! Many exercises in the book work well in group settings, making it perfect for teams, workshops, or community organizing. Creativity thrives in collaboration, and this book offers strategies to support collective innovation.
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Absolutely! The techniques and stories in You Are Creative are adaptable to many contexts. Whether you’re brainstorming ideas for a project, solving problems, or organizing for social change, this book offers tools to help you think creatively and achieve your goals.
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No problem! The book is designed to be flexible. You can explore the chapters and exercises at your own pace, and many activities can be done in just a few minutes. It’s about sparking creativity wherever and whenever you can.
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You Are Creative isn’t just about personal development; it’s about connecting your creativity to the larger collective work of building a better world. It blends practical exercises with stories of real-world activism, giving you the tools to spark change both individually and collectively.
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You Are Creative is designed to be practical, approachable, and rooted in real-life stories of creativity in action. It’s not about lofty theories or unreachable ideals; it’s about using simple, actionable tools to unlock your unique spark and make a difference. That said, it’s not magic. It will be up to you to make the most of the exercises!
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Yes! The exercises and concepts are designed to be accessible and inviting, regardless of where you’re starting on your creative journey.
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While the book is written for adults, many of the exercises and concepts can be easily adapted for younger audiences or students, making it a great resource for educators or parents.
Free Mini Zine!
To celebrate the launch of You Are Creative, I’m offering a free downloadable mini zine: “What if? A Pocket-Sized Guide to Reimagining the World.”
This mini zine is a pocket-sized creativity journal, folded from a single sheet of paper into an 8-page booklet. This zine focuses the “What If” game, a creative technique to spark your imagination. Designed for portability and playfulness, these zines are perfect for quick inspiration on the go.
Ready to Unlock Your Creativity?
You Are Creative: Free Yourself to Free the World is available now!
Let this book be your guide to exploring your imagination, building creative confidence, and using your unique spark to make a difference.
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