Do you have a closet full of art supplies too good to use? Do you blush when someone says "You're so creative"? Do you secretly dream of a creative career, but know it can't be possible for you? Well...you may be a Closet Creative. Take the quiz and find out!
Answer YES if the statement applies. Answer NO is it doesn't. Trust your first answer—don’t over think it!
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I am secretly jealous when I see friends or famous people performing, having art shows, taking art classes, or publishing blogs and books.
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Question 2
When I was growing up I wasn't considered “an artist”.
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Question 3
One or both of my parents had unrealized creative aspirations.
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Question 4
I can still remember a painful experience from childhood that shut down my creativity.
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Question 5
I was a creative child and/or studied art but chose a more “practical” profession.
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Question 6
I make sure my children get the music/dance/art lessons I wish I'd had.
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Question 7
I have a million projects started, but never finish them. As soon as I start making headway, I get distracted and loose steam.
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Question 8
I stare at the blank page, worried I'll mess it up or waste my precious art supplies.
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Question 9
I throw myself into volunteer projects for others (gifts, cards, school projects, children’s parties), but never make time to work on my own projects.
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Question 10
I feel lazy and scatter-brained. I think the secret to becoming a “real artist” is focus, discipline and structure.
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Question 11
I am a perfectionist and judge my creative endeavors harshly. I get so frustrated by the gap between my vision and my skills that I quit trying.
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Question 12
I’m not scared to give myself alone time: creative time, play time, journaling, mediation, as well as relaxation and rest.
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Question 13
I cultivate a strong support network of like-minded creative people: classmates, teachers, mentors, groups, craft/sewing circles, coaches, and supportive friends.
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Question 14
I invest in myself. I spend time and money nourishing my physical and emotional health, my spirituality, my creativity and my happiness.
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Question 15
I know how to put myself first, while still taking great care of others in my life.
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Question 16
I know how to laugh at my foibles and love myself even when I screw up.
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Question 17
I spend money on my dreams—travelling, books, supplies, and inspirational treasures.
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Question 18
I trust the ebb and flow of my creative process.
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Question 19
I trust my intuition—even when I don’t understand where it is taking me.
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Question 20
I welcome and can run with bursts of creative inspiration.
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Question 21
I share my work with others: I play my music, perform, or hang my art on the walls.
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