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Big Magic

Big Magic

Creative Living Beyond Fear
Self-Help
Pages
312
Published
2014
Language
English

Synopsis

Elizabeth Gilbert digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity, offering insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need in order to live our most creative lives. Balancing between soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages us to uncover the "strange jewels" that are hidden within each of us. Whether we are looking to write a book, make art, find new ways to address challenges in our work, embark on a dream long deferred, or simply infuse our everyday lives with more mindfulness and passion, Big Magic cracks open a world of wonder and joy.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

InspiringReflective

Genres

Self-Help

About the author

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Elizabeth Gilbert

Elizabeth Gilbert is an award-winning writer of both fiction and non-fiction. Her short story collection Pilgrims was a finalist for the PEN/Hemingway award, and her novel Stern Men was a New York Times notable book. Her 2002 book The Last American Man was a finalist for both the National Book Award and the National Book Critic’s Circle Award. Her memoir, Eat, Pray, Love, spent 57 weeks in the #1 spot on the New York Times paperback bestseller list. It has shipped over 6 million copies in the...

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this book a sequel to Eat, Pray, Love?

    This is a standalone work that focuses on the nature of creativity rather than continuing the personal narrative of the author's previous memoir.

  • Does the author suggest that ideas have their own consciousness?

    The book proposes that ideas are independent, energetic entities that exist in the ether and seek out human partners to bring them into the physical world.

  • How does the author recommend handling the fear of failure?

    The text advises treating fear like a passenger in a car who is never allowed to touch the steering wheel or influence the direction of your creative journey.