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June 14, 2012
The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak.
-Hans Hofmann
The upcoming July issue of Exchange is going to look at how ideas happen for children and adults from a wide range of viewpoints. Make sure you don't miss this special issue. To whet your appetite for this issue, here are Psychology Today's (May 2012) unconventional "Four Secrets of Creativity." They suggest you can be creative if you...
- Are sleepy. "If you're usually a morning person, try writing your novel at night. While alertness is crucial to cracking straightforward problems like math equations, creative tasks require big and non-specific thinking. When your tired brain wanders, it can make random connections that might jump start your next idea."
- Plan ahead. "Inspiration doesn't usually strike spontaneously. In fact, improving time management can fuel creativity.... Setting aside specific creative time in the day reduces stress and carves out a space where ideas can flourish."
- Butt heads. "Don't shy away from arguments. Embracing conflict often leads to novel thinking. To resolve a paradox, you'll be forced to think outside the box."
- Ditch the library. "A bit of background noise can enhance creativity.... But don't blast the television just yet. Too much noise impairs our ability to process information. To promote abstract thinking, we need just the right amount of distraction — about the volume level you would find in a cafe."
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No need to "ditch the library!" Libraries are not that quiet anymore. In fact, librarians don't whisper anymore.I go there because I'm surrounded by books (inspirational) and get to see many of our local personalities that I wouldn't ordinarily see. They all hang out at the library.
I find that it's a lot like being in a cafe. In fact, I went to a local library recently and coffee was available. So, don't ditch your libraries!
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