In this episode of the After Yoga Class Show, Julie recommends Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert and discusses why the book has helped her grow creatively. Gilbert’s book has received criticism from much of the literary world, accused of glossing over the true difficulties of living an inspired life. Unlike those critics, Julie thinks the book is filled with creative gems and powerful mantras that can be used practically in daily life. 1. Creativity Needs Courage 2. You Are Not A Genius; You Have A Genius 3. You Are Worthy 4. Follow Your Own Fascinations, Obsessions, And Compulsions 5. Don’t Take Your Work Too Seriously 6. Not Expressing Creativity Will Make You Crazy 7. Be A Disciplined Half-Ass 8. The Universe Is Waiting On You 9. Be Reasonably Delusional 10.The Time Put Into Your Creation Is Sacred, Not The Creation Itself