Born Quote by Rollo May
“Something is born, comes into being, something which did not exist before - which is as good a definition of creativity as we can get.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Courage to Create, 1975
Creativity is the emergence of something previously nonexistent, defining it as the act of bringing new existence into being
In simple terms: Creativity makes something new appear
Key Takeaway
Embrace the process of bringing new ideas to life
Themes
creativity
existence
innovation
psychology
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- Artistic projects
- entrepreneurial ventures
- scientific research
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Existentialism
creative process
self‑actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What new thing could you create today?
- How does uncertainty affect your creative process?
A Different Perspective
Fear of failure can inhibit the birth of new ideas
