Most people believe that creativity is an innate talent and that only the gifted posses it. That premise is definitely off beam.

The idea that the likes of Shakespeare, Michael Angelo, van Gogh, Einstein, Goethe, Mozart and the rest of the Masters are born with a special kind of brain which made them talented is a myth. A study in Exeter University showed that there are many factors which contribute to the ‘formation’ and development of a gifted person. These factors include: opportunities, encouragement, motivation, training and most of all, practice.

It was also revealed that not a lot of these ‘gifted’ persons show any promising signs of brilliance until someone (parents, in particular) encouraged them to try and be the best. Consider the fact that not one has really achieved the highest level of success in his field without dedicating and devoting countless of time in serious training.

Further studies show that creativity is an ability possessed by everyone. Every person has an equal potential for achieving the highest point of any endeavor. The only distinction which makes different people produce creative output is how they look at themselves and the training and preparation which they have undergone.

The key to your creativity is the nurturing and the development which you have set and allotted to it. And above anything else, what is essential is your faith in yourself and in your ability to be creative.