Amy Tan on Creativity

This TED presentation is from 2008, but it covers an interesting aspect of creativity. Acclaimed author Amy Tan talks about the discomfort we often feel in the face of ambiguity. She describes how she’s embraced and has come to expect the serendipity that often influences her writing. Both humorous and engaging, the talk will perhaps leave you with different ways to look at the writing process and help you discover the stories inside you.

If you’re new to the TED site, I encourage you to visit the site often to explore the other videos. I’ve stumbled onto some pretty fascinating presentations just by clicking around. It’s an endless supply of material for inspiration or thought starters for your work. Dig in and see what you can find!