To create exceptional work, learn from the Japanese art of flower arranging, Ikebana.
Ikebana exemplifies elegant simplicity.
It is all about keeping things simple. Less is more.
Practitioners focus on removing extra elements, understanding that what is left out is just as important as what’s there.
Ikebana also teaches us to accept imperfection.
Instead of chasing perfection, it embraces flaws.
Like budding flowers or browning leaves.
Inspired by Ikebana, I tried its principles in my work, specifically in my writing.
Here’s my 3 step process:
Step 1: Collect. Figure out what’s most important and gather your ideas.
Step 2: Curate. Get rid of anything that isn’t essential.
Step 3: Compose. Arrange what’s left so it works together. Don’t worry about making it perfect.
The result?
Clear work that gets to the point without unnecessary stuff.
