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Sisyphus and The Joy of Making Art

Sisyphus and The Joy of Making Art

Ryan Melsom
February 24, 2016
Creativity, Inspiration, The Muse
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Picture Sisyphus rolling his boulder up that hill every day. He knows what’s going to happen when he gets to the top, though maybe not exactly how. One way or another, that boulder is coming down again. There’s nothing he can do about it. The momentum’s too strong once he’s reached the apex. Some would […]

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Overcoming Rejection Like a Boss

Overcoming Rejection Like a Boss

Ryan Melsom
February 11, 2016
Creativity, Life hacks, Psychological hacks, Writing
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In a word, don’t. There’s a myth out there that when you’re applying for jobs, pursuing creative projects, or trying to create an audience for your work, you must learn to “fight through” the pain of endless rejection. All the greats do it. They pay their dues. You must learn to pick yourself up after […]

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