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We're all born creative beings. It's how we learn to walk, talk, and make sense of our world before we even have words to describe these processes. Yet somewhere along the way, many of us lose touch with this essential part of ourselves, dismissing creativity as something reserved for "artistic types" or professional creators.

Dr. Matthew McVarish, Scottish playwright, former actor, and human rights activist, challenges this limited view, presenting creativity as one of four essential cornerstones of a balanced life alongside health, wealth, and love. Drawing from Florence Scovel Shin's century-old "square of life" concept, he explains why creative expression isn't a luxury but a necessity for wellbeing and fulfillment.

The conversation ventures into fascinating territory about our modern relationship with technology and creativity. While we're constantly consuming content, our attention spans have dramatically shortened – from Shakespearean audiences standing attentively through four-hour performances 400 years ago to today's average university student struggling to focus for 45 seconds. McFarish notes that we now receive more sensory information daily than people historically experienced in their entire lifetimes, leaving little space for the contemplation necessary for creative thought.

For those feeling disconnected from their creative selves, McFarish offers practical guidance: slow down, schedule time for creativity, release perfectionism, and consider Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way" course with its solo "artist dates." Most powerfully, he shares advice from fellow Scottish playwright Douglas Maxwell: "Write the stuff that scares you." Our most meaningful creative expressions often emerge from vulnerability – the thoughts and experiences we're hesitant to share but that deeply resonate with others.

Whether you're looking to reconnect with a creative practice you've abandoned, discover new forms of expression, or simply understand why humanity has always turned to creativity in our darkest hours, this conversation offers illuminating perspectives on reclaiming our creative birthright in an increasingly digital world.

Music, lyrics, guitar and singing by Dr Ariel Rosita King

Teach me to live one day at a time
with courage love and a sense of pride.
Giving me the ability to love and accept myself
so I can go and give it to someone else.
Teach me to live one day at a time.....

The Business of Life
Dr Ariella (Ariel) Rosita King
Original Song, "Teach Me to Live one Day At A Time"
written, guitar and vocals by Dr. Ariel Rosita King

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