Creative Spark Hikes in Nature! ... fuel your love for the written word!
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Studies suggest those "AHA" moments come when standing up and not sitting down. Research scientists say creative sparks happen at the oddest times ... on a walk, hiking in the woods, walking your dog, in the shower, jogging, even while eating lunch!
Hike Information
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Limit 15 people per hike.
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​​Email sharplitsoulwork@gmail.com to sign up.
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In your email specify the day/s you would like to attend.
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$20 per person to secure your spot.
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Venmo me @SharpLit, SHARPLIT LLC.
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Spark hikes run 10:00 - 11:30am. ​
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I start the hike with a short inspiring talk about creativity and nature.
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The group will have a chance to 'talk writing' before and after the hike.
2025 Calendar
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Sun, 4/27 - Picnic Point, Madison
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Sun, 5/25 - Cross Plains State Park, Cross Plains
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Sun, 6/1 - Driftless Downs Trails at the Water Tower, Cross Plains
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Sun, 7/27 - Hoyt Park, Madison
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Sun, 8/24 - Arboretum, Madison
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Sat, 9/21 - Wingra Park, Madison
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Sat, 10/18 - Henry Vilas Park, Madison​​
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The science behind creativity
​Psychologists and neuroscientists are exploring where creativity comes from and how to increase your own.
How to become more creative:
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1. Put in the work: People often think of creativity as a bolt of inspiration, like a lightbulb clicking on. But being creative in a particular domain—whether in the arts, in your work, or in your day-to-day life—is a skill. Carve out time to learn and practice.
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2. Let your mind wander: Experts recommend “daydreaming with purpose.” Make opportunities to let your daydreams flow, while gently nudging them toward the creative challenge at hand. Some research suggests meditation may help people develop the habit of purposeful daydreaming.
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3. Practice remote associations: Brainstorm ideas, jotting down whatever thoughts or notions come to you, no matter how wild. You can always edit later.
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4. Go outside: Spending time in nature and wide-open spaces can expand your attention, enhance beneficial mind-wandering, and boost creativity.
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5. Revisit your creative ideas: Aha moments can give you a high—but that rush might make you overestimate the merit of a creative idea. Don’t be afraid to revisit ideas to critique and tweak them later.
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272494418304092
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-empowerment-diary/201906/finding-your-aha-moments
https://edenredbenefits.com/how-nature-can-improve-the-mental-health-of-employees/