How do we keep creating when we get stuck?In this episode of the Aurora Smedley Podcast, I share my "creative funnel" concept — a powerful perspective to understand how creative blocks work and restore creative output. I further discuss how perfectionism and external validation are limited beliefs that block creativity, and simple ways to reconnect with inspiration, and allow creative works to shape themselves.Perfect for artists, musicians, writers, and soul-led creators.0:00 — When You Don’t Want to Create1:42 — The Creative Funnel (Unmanifest → Manifest)3:11 — Small Actions Unlock Creative Flow4:18 — Completion & Release7:01 — Example: Midnight Daughter Album release9:01 — Stop Creating for Validation14:20 — Listening to the Song itselfKeywords: creative blocks, creative flow, artist motivation, songwriting tips, creativity, inspiration, creative burnout