Creativity Quote by Yoko Ono
“Every time I create something, just before that there's a kind of - you're feeling very low, you're feeling very down and insecure. Then you create and then it's fine. This is the way I observe me doing it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Creativity, Yoko Ono, 2015
Creative work often follows a low emotional state, using creation as a way to lift mood and regain confidence.
In simple terms: Creating helps lift low mood.
Key Takeaway
Channel low feelings into creation.
Themes
creativity
emotional regulation
self‑expression
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
inspirational
self‑help
When to use this quote
- artist block
- depression
- confidence building
Key Concepts
psychology
artistic process
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize when low mood is a cue to create?
- What other coping strategies complement creation?
A Different Perspective
Creation may not solve underlying issues.
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