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Written for YOUR SUCCESS
Unlocking Possibilities, Unlocking
Your Creative Processes
<>Have you tried working on something, a project or
assignment, but suddenly you ran out of creative ideas, your mind
refuses to spew out something different or new? That your left brain
has stopped functioning so to speak, and is drained of creativity? If
you work as an advertiser or marketer, a writer, professor, teacher,
parent, student or if you belong to any social strata, creativity
spells a difference in your work and profession. What could help you
boost your creativity?
The seeds of creative idea germinate in a soil conducive to creativity.
If you are working in an organization, the workplace, its physical and
social environment, the structure, the culture, the commitment of the
administration, all contribute much in fostering a creative person. To
help you unlock your creative potentials, follow the processes below.
Self-reflection
Creative idea burgeons from creative minds. If you think creativity is
self-perpetuating, you are definitely mistaken. Deliberately schedule a
time for solitude. A careful examination of yourself, your thoughts,
behavior, beliefs and circumstances could fire up new ideas.
Self-reflect on what have you done so far and the things that you want
to do but haven’t. Try to relish your achievements and put structure on
your unarticulated desires.
Continuous learning and change
Even those with PhDs, having received the highest level of academic
education, should not cease in acquiring knowledge. Learning is one of
the few things that is timeless. Where can you get valuable information
that could spark creativity? Learn from the people around you. You
might be surprised that what you need could come from people you tend
to ignore. Don’t be confined in your office cubicle, talk to people.
Even acquaintances could give you the most unexpected ideas during
coffee breaks.
While learning from different people, learn as well to welcome change
in your life. Small changes could bring great impact to creative minds.
Try new things and experience things anew. If you’re riding a bus or
driving a car to work, why not try other routes? Or why not eat new
foods, dine in new a restaurant, or cook new cuisines, read new books
or magazines? Do something weird or unusual. But be careful not to
overdo things as you might suffer from an identity crisis.
Keep things simple and non-routine
Keep processes in your work as simple as possible. Simplify your
lifestyles and work habits. Simple things are also more enjoyable.
Change Settings
To stimulate creativity, a change of settings may be helpful. The
design, arrangement, color, ambience of the workplace could be altered
a little. Or better yet, find the time to spend weekends in a cabin or
in a resort, away from city life.
Have a very creative day!
-Brad Ross
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