Good intentions aren't enough. People have good intentions when they set a goal to do something, but then they miss a deadline or other milestone.
You're a lot better off being scared than being bored.
Worrying makes you cross the bridge before you come to it.
Exploring how you could make a bad situation worse can sometimes tell you what not to do.
Staying in touch with contacts is as important as getting them in the first place.
One sure-fire way to stay creative: force yourself to learn something new.