creativity

Some of the great minds of our time have repeated the phrase "Where there is a problem, there is potential." Every day, if/when something upsets you, or presents itself as an obstacle, the universe is giving you the opportunity to create a solution, because the likelihood is that others have met the same hardship and would benefit from your creation as well. Helping yourself is one thing, but helping others is really the path to true spiritual growth (it's where the money is too!). To that end, I find myself coming up with creative solutions to what I consider problems/obstacles in my life, on a daily basis.

Additionally, I find that I feel really fulfilled when I am able to come up with some new solution (now if only I could find some monetary and engineering support to get them out into the world!) to an issue I'm facing. Therefore, creativity not only keeps the mind working and sharp, but it also lends to a healthy emotional balance (and possibly a fruitful bank account!).

Finally (on the spiritual note), to create, is to consciously place yourself in the image of God - The Original and Great Creator!