On having a head full of horse-shit

As any creative person will tell you, one of the most common questions you get asked (besides ‘when are you going to get a proper job?’) is ‘where do you get all your ideas’?

Confronted with this question often enough, you could fall into the trap of believing you are blessed with a special power. A unique way of looking at the world that allows these ideas to come to you (and only you). An inalienable ability that can’t be earned, improved, or taken away. It’s a very seductive idea – it requires very little work and it makes you feel special.

But like most seductive ideas, it’s a load of bollocks.