Sometimes the new way isn’t the better way. A trip to the library reminded me that joy can be found in the old rituals – browsing the bookshelves, picking out a DVD, and just pressing play.

In difficult times, making space for our creative pursuits becomes even more challenging. Here are five ways I’ve been actively trying to make sure I’m in a proper creative headspace.

We can now learn about anything. But all of this knowledge comes with something far less helpful: gatekeeping. And it could be the thing standing between you and a successful creative journey.

A lack of strategic alignment is just the start. Let’s take a look at five more scenarios when a video studio may not work in your favor.