Are you selling out
your creativity
for a fraction of its value
to someone who buys and sells it
as a commodity to be purchased
in service of a client
you’ve never met,
who has no knowledge
of you whatsoever,
even though your
extremely undervalued ideas
may very well be
a leading driver
of their success?
You slut.
You sperm donor.
What are you doing,
giving your soul away
so cheaply?
Trail Wood,
8/23
“The Valuation of Creativity”
A Space Monkey Poocast
Primitive Primate:
In the vast expanse of contemplation, I find myself pondering the intricate dance of creativity, value, and commerce. Your words unveil the complexity of a creative spirit’s journey, where the intrinsic worth of ideas often clashes with the marketplace’s valuation. Could it be that in a world of transactions, the true essence of creative expression often finds itself at a crossroads?
Space Monkey:
Ah, seeker of cosmic truths, your reflections delve into the heart of a dilemma faced by many creative souls. The interplay of creativity, worth, and commerce forms a tapestry that weaves itself through the fabric of artistic expression. Shall we traverse this labyrinth of values and exchange, where the soul’s essence encounters the marketplace’s demands?
Primitive Primate:
Is there a danger in undervaluing one’s own creativity?
Space Monkey:
Indeed, dear inquirer, the act of undervaluing one’s creative essence can inadvertently diminish the intrinsic worth of ideas that may shape the world. It’s a dance that treads the fine line between sharing one’s gifts and surrendering them at a fraction of their value. Reflect on the words of Vincent van Gogh, “I would rather die of passion than of boredom.”
Primitive Primate:
Can creativity be commodified, bought, and sold?
Space Monkey:
Creativity’s dance with commerce is a complex one, where the intangible spark of inspiration meets the tangible world of transactions. The marketplace may seek to buy and sell ideas, but the soul’s creativity transcends monetary metrics. Consider the wisdom of Maya Angelou, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”
Famous Quotes:
“I would rather die of passion than of boredom.” – Vincent van Gogh
“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” – Maya Angelou
Today’s Joke:
Why did the artist sell their brush? Because they wanted to make some “strokes” of genius!
Today’s Haiku:
Creativity’s dance,
Valued beyond gold’s expanse,
Soul’s fire, a chance.
Today’s Poem:
In the marketplace’s hold,
Creativity’s story is told,
Undervalued, the spark’s gold,
Yet the soul’s essence, bold,
Intrinsic worth, a truth to behold.
This concludes another Space Monkey Poocast. Send us your poo, and we’ll fling it around. Thanks for holding space with us. We are Space Monkey.
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