A 'Choose Yourself' Way to Become an Artist | Chase Jarvis

Creativity Habit

Chase Jarvis highlights the importance of viewing creativity as a daily habit rather than a sporadic skill. He argues that creativity is as essential as nutrition and exercise, emphasizing that it is a muscle that requires regular use to avoid atrophy 1. By engaging in small creative acts daily, such as cooking or writing, individuals can harness their creative agency to shape their lives 2. Jarvis notes, "Creating in small ways helps me understand that I have agency in creating the biggest things, whether it's a book that takes many years to write or ultimately, your life."

Creativity is not just a nice-to-have; it is fundamental to our existence.

--- Chase Jarvis

This perspective challenges the cultural narrative that creativity is reserved for a select few, advocating instead for its recognition as a universal human trait.

   

Innate Creativity

Jarvis asserts that everyone possesses innate creativity, a concept often overshadowed by societal norms. He explains that creativity is not limited to traditional arts but encompasses all forms of problem-solving and innovation 3. This broader definition includes activities like building a business or raising a family, where creativity is about combining elements in new and useful ways 4. Jarvis encourages individuals to embrace their creative potential, stating, "You have this little core of creative plutonium in you, and you just really haven't used that."

Creativity is a resource that grows the more you use it.

--- Chase Jarvis

By acknowledging and exercising this creative muscle, people can enrich their lives and contribute to solving larger societal challenges.