It is important to remember that we create with each thought, spoken word, or action taken. We are creating all the time – every day, every hour, every minute, and every second! That means that it is up to each one of us to find the ways that work for us to produce what brings us happiness and gives us a sense of power, knowing that we can create whatever it is we want.

There are different methods of how we can create, and they are personal for each of us. The unusual thing about creativity is that we are most creative when we don’t think – when we let ideas and thoughts pass through us.

This method is called channeling. And it is something we all can do when we let ourselves be quiet and still and are open to receiving the messages. Although this sounds simple, it isn’t always because of all the “monkey chatter” in our heads filled with negative thoughts.

Where do all the channeled messages come from? If you believe, as I do, that we have lived many lifetimes, doesn’t it make sense that we have various memories imprinted upon us that consist of some of our experiences and the lessons learned from those experiences? And, if everything is energy, doesn’t it also make sense that we carry those memories with us from lifetime to lifetime?

There is an innate memory in all of us about the best ways of living, which is in reach when we meditate or remain still to receive guidance from our higher self. That self that can find humor and enjoyment in living as a human today— that self that reminds us that our journey is our own—that self that knows we are loved by the Universe no matter what, and that self that loves in return.

It is also there where we can connect with our guides and loved ones, for they exist in the energy of love, the highest vibration, and it is there that we can create best whatever it is we want … if we are open to it!

For those not comfortable looking at creativity through channeling resources, you can remain in the space of love, concentrating on your desire for what you want to produce, turning away from earthly thoughts, and losing yourself in your passion. When you create anything in a positive, loving way, you are in the highest vibration, the one that connects you to the best part of you.

It is easy to blame others for the unhappy situations in our life, but what happens when you have negative thoughts or act in ways that are not to your or anyone else’s best? It is essential to remember what we think we create. If your thoughts and actions are negative, you generate more of that until you change those thoughts and actions. Understanding this, you can now appreciate how powerful you are!

What will you create next?

I believe that anything written has not only its own message, but its own song – its own rhythm, its own flow.  Without it, the message can easily get dropped, leaving the reader with a choice of whether to continue on.

It doesn’t matter whether I am working on a novel, short story, marketing letter or simply editing for another person, I have learned that the best way to review what I have written is by singing back to me the words that I wrote. If there is a hiccup in the beat, then I know I may have a word in the wrong tense or perhaps have it misspelled or even have a mixture of ideas that don’t flow.  Singing what I have written has saved me many headaches and heartaches.  The funny thing about my unusual writing habit is that when I suggest it to a perspective writer they most likely haven’t heard me sing, for the truth is I can’t really carry a tune.  But I still have the beat!

Think of all the times you may have been reading a marketing letter or even a novel only to be stopped by a word out of place or a stray thought that takes you away from the real message.  What happens?  If you are like me, after a few hiccups, I take advantage of the perfect opportunity to opt out of continuing to read on!

Not too long ago, I tried to read a book that was listed on Oprah’s Book Club. I got no further than 20 pages because the way the author wrote, she continually gave me chances to opt out of it until I finally decided, why not?  I then experimented with my singing trick on these same pages, and again I was halted on nearly every page.  So I have to believe that there really is something helpful to my unusual writing habit.

Another interesting thing about my writing habit is that I write best without any music on, letting the ideas flow without being seduced by the music.  It is only after I have written what I wanted to write and am now reviewing it with my unusual writing habit that music becomes part of my writing.

Here are two (not particularly great) sentences, both correct in grammar, spelling and punctuation.  I believe one is more musical in its flow and reads better.  What do you think?

“I swear I am alone because I talk to myself,” she said

“I talk to myself so I think that is why I am alone,” she said.

We all have our own ways of writing, working out what is best for us.  Perhaps, my unusual writing habit will be of some help to you.  I’m glad. Happy singing!