Kaleidoscope Challenge (February 2025)

See things in a new light

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Feb 02, 2025

Ever-shifting
Endlessly vibrant
Sparked by a tilt in perspective

Each idea, like a fragment of colored glass, may seem ordinary on its own, but when turned and rearranged, it forms something entirely new, unexpected patterns of thought, innovation, and beauty.

Just as a kaleidoscope never shows the same image twice, true creativity thrives in change, in exploration, in the willingness to see the familiar from an unfamiliar angle. The more you turn it, the more possibilities emerge.

Embrace infinite ways to see the world.

That’s the motivation behind launching The Kaleidoscope Project, a joint collaboration with

Mark

Creativity is a journey of endless reinvention, just like a kaleidoscope. That’s the essence of creating this challenge and providing a space where we explore new ideas together.

How does the challenge work?

Every month, you get a new prompt, a word, a phrase or a theme to spark your thoughts. You then create something based on the prompt and share with us. The topic for January was The Tipping Point and the success of this kickoff challenge spurs us on further.

Read the initial challenge post:

The Curious Detour

Introducing: The Kaleidoscope Project Monthly Challenge

Every creative mind is like a shard of glass in a kaleidoscope, unique, colourful, and capable of transforming a single idea into something entirely new…

5 months ago · 45 likes · 54 comments · Mark and Moon Arica

Here’s the roundup post featuring 26 entries from 20 authors who participated:

The Curious Detour

The Kaleidoscope Project January Challenge: Roundup

So back in early January, when we were all fresh from yearly recaps and resolutions, I decided that somehow it was a good idea to not only challenge myself to a writing challenge, but to challenge everyone else as well. Because I did not want to bear all of the responsibility alone, I convinced…

5 months ago · 4 likes · Mark and Moon Arica

It’s time to get ready for the February challenge!

February prompt - Taking Action

“The universe doesn’t give you what you ask for with your thoughts;

it gives you what you demand with your actions.” —Steve Maraboli

What does taking action mean to you? Is it finally starting that project you’ve been dreaming about? Is it saying "yes" to an opportunity that scares you? Or is it simply showing up, day after day, even when it feels hard?

Whatever it means to you, we want to hear about it, in your own unique way. Create something inspired by the theme "Taking Action" and share it with us.

Free A circle of friends forming a star shape with fingers, symbolizing unity and teamwork. Stock Photo

Join the challenge

Create something inspired by the theme Taking Action
Write a post, note, poem, or song. Choreograph a dance. Paint, sketch, or produce a video.
Publish and tag
Moon Arica
and
Mark
Submit your entries here

The challenge will run for a month till end February and you may send in as many entries as you like. We’ll do a roundup post at the end of the challenge and feature everyone’s work.

Break free from your usual routine and explore new ways to express yourself. Your story of taking action could be the push someone else needs to start their own journey.

Let’s take action together

Free Silhouette of friends jumping on the beach at sunset, celebrating summer fun. Stock Photo

This challenge is about more than just creating, it’s about inspiring others to take action in our own lives. Whether you’re sharing a story, a poem, or a video, your voice matters.

We can’t wait to see your creativity come to life.

Are you in?

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