Includes bibliographical references (pages 301-308) and index.

Part I: Time for a reset. Unleash your unicorn: Embracing the power of "the pause" to commit to creativity -- A new creativity framework: Why creativity is essential -- in difficult times and beyond -- Identify yourself: How to rethink "success" and redefine what matters to you -- Part II: The rules of permission. Rule #1 -- permission to be unavailable: How to find your flow and start saying no -- Rule #2 -- permission to burn your guilt and shame: How to carve out free headspace for creativity -- Rule #3 -- permission to use your voice: How to ask for the creative time you require -- Part III: Cultivate the three C's of creativity. Curiosity. Identify a curiosity: How value-based curiosity can lead you to your unicorn space -- Set a goal: Is your creative ambition audacious enough? -- Connection. Share it with the world: Use your unicorn space to connect to your community -- Face your fears: Connect to others in a "Ready, set, go" mindset -- Completion. Enlist your partner: Use the life-changing magic of unwavering support -- Continue the pursuit: Why "complete" is better than "perfect" -- Conclusion: Ever after: Leave a creative legacy for the world around you.