Lost Mojo
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anelia
New member
Sometimes I browse through the gallery and looking at some very beautiful layouts inspires me and I feel like scrapping. I also browse pinterest's various categories and there's so many pretty things that inspire me either to make, scrap, cook or do 
Or...you could go out and take some pictures of the things you like and then maybe you'll want to scrap those shots?
Or...you could go out and take some pictures of the things you like and then maybe you'll want to scrap those shots?
mariewilcox
New member
My mojo must be hanging out with yours somewhere because it sure the heck isn't with me 
Sometimes I do what the others have suggested above but this time around I've decided not to force it and I'm taking a mini-break from scrapping (it was a busy weekend with a graduation and festivities to attend and my day off yesterday I was exhausted because I couldn't sleep Sunday night) and now I'm back at work today so I won't get to scrap until Sunday. I'm hoping my mojo finds it's way back by then if I don't force it.
Sometimes I do what the others have suggested above but this time around I've decided not to force it and I'm taking a mini-break from scrapping (it was a busy weekend with a graduation and festivities to attend and my day off yesterday I was exhausted because I couldn't sleep Sunday night) and now I'm back at work today so I won't get to scrap until Sunday. I'm hoping my mojo finds it's way back by then if I don't force it.
ChristineF
Active member
When my mojo is gone I usually sit down and just play with one of my favourite kits, either making a new siggy, forcing myself to make my weekly project life page or look for inspiration in the galleries. I hope you find your mojo, because your layouts are often my inspiration
littlekiwi
Active member
My mojo AWOL a long time too but for great reason so looking forward to when semester is over next week & I can scrap
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adi&co.
New member
I hope you find your mojo, because your layouts are often my inspiration
Really??? :hugs: aww
Becca Bonneville
Sweet Shoppe Designer
Here is a short article I wrote on my blog in 2011. Maybe it will help.
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You hear it often in the scrapbook world that sometimes elusive thing called Mr. Mojo has up and disappeared. Being creative types, it can often be difficult and frustrating to deal with the loss of our mojo and running into our own *creative block*. We have all encounter our moments where the creative juices have stopped flowing, making it easy to become friends with Mr.Mojo’s enemies, overwhelmed and burnt out. Here are some ways to help keep out those pesky feelings of being overwhelmed and/or burnt out and become friends with Mr. Mojo again!
1. Try Something New
Sometimes it is easy to get stuck in our ways. We have a certain way we like to scrapbook and after time all of our pages/projects start to look the same. This can be a big strain on our creative friend Mr. Mojo. As we go along in our craft, we need to allow room to learn and grow. The best way to help ourselves to grow is to allow ourselves to try something new and sometimes take ourselves out of that *comfort zone*. Whether you try out a new scrap style, technique, or product, it just might be the thing your mojo needed!
2. Know Yourself
We are all not only different when it comes to our scrapping styles and ways, but also what keeps us motivated or in that creative frame of mind. Listen to yourself and learn when those creative spikes are best for you. Maybe you’re a night owl and waiting until that midnight ding on the clock will better help keep your creative raft afloat. Or maybe you’re that early bird who needs to set the clock to dig into your project before the day begins. Get in tune with yourself and find that perfect time for your creativity to be set free.
3. Take a Break
Clearing your mind and getting away for a bit can be your best friend. Do you find yourself staring at your layout or project with a complete blank? Step away and do something else for a while. Do another hobby, clean a room (yes, I know, what is this thing called cleaning?!) or just get out of the house. Give yourself that well needed break and allow your mind to refresh itself.
4. Play That Funky Music
One of my biggest motivators is music. It can easily transform me from that funky can’t do to can do attitude. So put on your favorite get me motivated songs and get that creativity pumping again.
5. Keep a Journal of Ideas
We all can find inspiration in our everyday. Have you seen a magazine layout that would make a great page? Love a layout you seen in a gallery? Inspired by colors from your favorite clothing line? There are countless places and things that can inspire your creative side. Start keeping a journal or idea book of things that inspire you. When you feel that sneaky Mr. Mojo starting to slip away, pop open that journal and find your way back to your creativity.
From Tickled Pink's: 5 Ways to Beat That Creative Slump
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You hear it often in the scrapbook world that sometimes elusive thing called Mr. Mojo has up and disappeared. Being creative types, it can often be difficult and frustrating to deal with the loss of our mojo and running into our own *creative block*. We have all encounter our moments where the creative juices have stopped flowing, making it easy to become friends with Mr.Mojo’s enemies, overwhelmed and burnt out. Here are some ways to help keep out those pesky feelings of being overwhelmed and/or burnt out and become friends with Mr. Mojo again!
1. Try Something New
Sometimes it is easy to get stuck in our ways. We have a certain way we like to scrapbook and after time all of our pages/projects start to look the same. This can be a big strain on our creative friend Mr. Mojo. As we go along in our craft, we need to allow room to learn and grow. The best way to help ourselves to grow is to allow ourselves to try something new and sometimes take ourselves out of that *comfort zone*. Whether you try out a new scrap style, technique, or product, it just might be the thing your mojo needed!
2. Know Yourself
We are all not only different when it comes to our scrapping styles and ways, but also what keeps us motivated or in that creative frame of mind. Listen to yourself and learn when those creative spikes are best for you. Maybe you’re a night owl and waiting until that midnight ding on the clock will better help keep your creative raft afloat. Or maybe you’re that early bird who needs to set the clock to dig into your project before the day begins. Get in tune with yourself and find that perfect time for your creativity to be set free.
3. Take a Break
Clearing your mind and getting away for a bit can be your best friend. Do you find yourself staring at your layout or project with a complete blank? Step away and do something else for a while. Do another hobby, clean a room (yes, I know, what is this thing called cleaning?!) or just get out of the house. Give yourself that well needed break and allow your mind to refresh itself.
4. Play That Funky Music
One of my biggest motivators is music. It can easily transform me from that funky can’t do to can do attitude. So put on your favorite get me motivated songs and get that creativity pumping again.
5. Keep a Journal of Ideas
We all can find inspiration in our everyday. Have you seen a magazine layout that would make a great page? Love a layout you seen in a gallery? Inspired by colors from your favorite clothing line? There are countless places and things that can inspire your creative side. Start keeping a journal or idea book of things that inspire you. When you feel that sneaky Mr. Mojo starting to slip away, pop open that journal and find your way back to your creativity.
From Tickled Pink's: 5 Ways to Beat That Creative Slump
adrianka
New member
My method is - listen to the body and brain - meaning, if mojo is gone, I do other things, don't pressure myself, don't even think about it and it always comes back after the break. Sometimes we just need to be "reset", and that's when mojo gets lost... being creative on a daily basis is impossible.
Not very helpful for CT work, I know.
Not very helpful for CT work, I know.