“Passion drives
creativity. Fuel it, protect it, tend it, grow it.
Manage it as the renewable
resource it is”
(Marty Neumeier, The
46 Rules of Genius)
Passion is everything. Creativity that work doesn’t happen without it. Passion
plays an important role in creative pursuits. At first, passion sparks our
interest and a relentless desire to focus and learn. During the tough times and
as idea development become harder, passion keeps us going. Yo-Yo Ma, a French
and American cellist, said, “Passion is one great
force that unleashes creativity, because if you're passionate about something,
then you're more willing to take risks.” Many of the greatest ideas
are fuelled by passion. For example, Google
is fuelled by passion for information, Virgin
is passionate about customer service, and Apple
is for design.
When I was a kid, I have
many interests and passions. I love drawing, playing video games, create my own
toys, making Batman costume and gadgets (and tested it on my sidekick-childhood
friend), watching Ultraman, and almost obsessive of becoming a Superman. My
childhood passions then change as I walk into adulthood and I find new things
to be passionate about. But as I get older, I become focused on my passions
such as teaching, reading, writing, theology and creativity. All of these
becomes key part of my life and actually almost defines who I am. If you want
me to fall asleep while you’re talking, talk about car and clothes. But if you
want to hear my sense of excitement and energy, talk about books and theology.
Now, everyone’s passion is
different, I know. But let me ask: What is your passion in life? You
must dig deep to identify your true passion. Remember, passion drive
creativity. “Passion makes the world go
around,” wrote Henri-Frédéric Amiel, “It is the juice that drives creativity. When you care enough to put
your heart into your work, passion will keep you going through thick and thin.”
Do what you love. The moment you
find your passion can be one of the most fulfilling moment in your life. Doing what
you love will lead you to success and sustain you when you fail. Ask yourself, ‘What makes your heart sing?’ Follow your
heart.
When I think again about my first sentence above, I changed
my mind.
Passion is not everything.
But then again, without
passion life is boring.
God, Give Us
Today Our Daily Idea(s)
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