In my creative life, I have patron saints. These are people I admire, people I look up to, people who show me what is possible, people who inspire me. Mine are: Ursula K. Le Guin, Sharon Van Etten, and Björk. I actually have a huge Björk poster in my study. When I look at it, it's like she's saying, "Hey, what are you going to do now?" It gives me courage. Find people who give you courage. Put their pictures on your walls. Write out their words and stick them to your desk. Imagine that you're completely supported in whatever you want to do. Imagine the energy of all the artists in the world around you. Then begin.