🚨 Why Creatives Should Wear Horse Blinders 🐎

Racehorses wear blinders to block distractions—to keep their eyes on the track ahead and avoid reacting to every movement around them. And honestly? Creatives should do the same.

Not literally, of course. But figuratively, blinders can be the difference between birthing an idea and burying it.

You might recognize this scenario:

• You’re hyped about a new concept.

• Then… you scroll.

• You see a professional post something similar.

• Then, your lovely Aunt WhatsApps you an article that makes you second guess yourself.

• You hesitate.

Distractions are everywhere—and many are dressed up as research, comparison, or “being realistic.” But neuroscience tells us that attention is a limited resource. When we divide it, we reduce cognitive control and disrupt creative flow (think: prefrontal cortex overload + decision fatigue).

Translation? If you’re constantly scanning the sidelines, your best ideas might never leave the gate.

🎯 Creativity thrives in focus. Not in approval.

As Viola Davis aptly said: “Creativity only resonates if you infuse real life into the work.”

It’s worth adding this gem from Issa Rae: “I don’t want to dumb myself down or make myself smaller to be accessible to people. That’s not my job.”

So, consider this your permission slip to put on your blinders—especially when the noise gets loud. Stay in your lane, keep creating, and trust that clarity comes through doing, not waiting.

What keeps you grounded when the neigh-sayers come galloping in?