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Alex Cornell
Alex Cornell
Alex Cornell
Wednesday 21st January 2015
Join Alex Cornell on 'The One You Feed' as he shares tips on overcoming creative blocks, staying motivated, and finding meaning in your work.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Through Creative Blocks with Alex Cornell
Little, tiny amounts of jealousy can be okay. You know you can use certain parts of that as a motivator.
Ever hit a wall in your creative journey? You’re not alone. In this episode of 'The One You Feed', Eric Zimmer chats with Alex Cornell, an interface designer, filmmaker, and musician, about navigating the tricky terrain of creative blocks. Living in San Francisco and working at Moonbase, Alex has quite the resume, including a book titled *Breakthrough*, which is packed with ideas on overcoming those frustrating creative hurdles.
He's also the cofounder of Firespotter Labs and has had his work spotlighted on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. In their conversation, Alex and Eric dig into the famous 'Two Wolves' parable and how it relates to creativity. Alex shares his perspective on using comparison as a tool rather than a trap, and how a pinch of jealousy can actually fuel your drive if you keep the right mindset.
He opens up about how his moods are tightly linked to his creative output and stresses the importance of creating rather than just consuming. Alex also talks about the necessity of taking breaks to recharge and finding multiple outlets for your creativity. He offers practical advice on staying motivated over time, tying your work to a larger purpose, and finding meaning right where you are.
For those feeling stuck, Alex suggests diving into other artists' 'spell books'—their unique methods and processes—to spark new ideas. He reminds us that much of the creative process happens behind the scenes and that there are no quick fixes for creative blocks. If you’re looking for ways to reignite your creative spark and keep those ideas flowing, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Alex Cornell’s valuable insights and tips on pushing through those creative barriers.