#2 Do you think you are Creative?
If it took you more than 2 seconds to answer the question then read along...
Creativity is one of those traits that we seem to have an intrinsic understanding of but if we’re asked to define it, we get tripped up.
The act of creativity can be grand and inspiring - creating an impactful painting or designing an innovative product. But does the idea need to be artistic or world-changing to count as creative?
Let’s try to answer this question. So what is Creativity?
Creativity is the ability to transcend traditional ways of thinking or acting and to develop new and original ideas, methods, or objects
How many attempts did it take you to solve the 9 Dot Puzzle? (It took me 7+ attempts)
Creativity is the most fundamental human trait. Contrary to popular belief that is it is an ability that you are either born with or forever lacking.
Although it's true that certain individuals are more creative than others. Fortunately, creativity can be acquired and honed at any age or experience level.
Research shows that creative thinking involves making new connections between different regions of the brain, which is accomplished by cultivating divergent thinking skills and deliberately exposing oneself to new experiences.
Here are 3 best practices you can inculcate in your day-to-day life to build your creative muscle —
Takeaway:
Creativity is not some divine gift; it’s actually the skilled application of knowledge in new and exciting ways.
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Today’s issue was inspired by Tedx Talks by Balder Onarheim.
Balder Onarheim is an Associate Professor in creativity at the Technical University of Denmark. He holds a PhD on “Creativity under Constraints" from Copenhagen Business School.
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Today is New Year’s Eve and 2020 has been… eye-opening!?
We have all gone through a lot. This year has shaken us and made us question what we otherwise take for granted. But it has also given us an opportunity to reinvent ourselves.
I hope next year brings you closer to the person you want to be. Cheers to 2021!
Love power and bliss,
Monica
Although creative thinking is a process and skill every person can develop upon (i go to arts school and we have classes dedicated to creative thinking), I feel a person would have to come in with no biases, come with an open mind to try to observe and absorb in order to acquire and practice creativity! I like how you gave ways to practice creativity in daily life, 2 of them have helped me tremendously while i was facing a creative block!