The Idea.

We build better art when we start with an idea.  
An idea begins in your head.  

An idea can be a spark, an emotion, a cathartic experience, a belief that you are meant to create, or as simple as a message you want to communicate.  

Without an idea, your work lacks intention.  
Work that lasts begins with intention.  

To make better art, you do not need a groundbreaking vision. No.
Take a moment to allow yourself to be bored.  

• Put away your phone.

• Turn off the music.

• Remove distractions.

• Focus on your breathing.

• Exist.

Do this for as long as possible, perhaps an hour. Aim to spend extended periods doing nothing.

Eventually, you'll want to do something.  
Eventually, you'll have an idea to make the experience better.
Eventually, you'll have a thought that, if realized, makes better what you do.  

What keeps us from actually making better art, then?  
We are afraid to take a step.

• Perhaps our ideas are meaningless?

• Perhaps people will laugh?

• Perhaps the cynics are right?

• Perhaps I'll lose more than I gain?

• The list goes on. 

Overcome your fear and make better art.
Write down all of your ideas.

Each day, take a step to make something better.
Each day, take an opportunity to be present with yourself and get bored.
Each day, take one small step to realize your ideas.  
Come alive.