Developing a creative mind means allowing yourself to
relax and think outside of the box.
You can become more creative by setting aside
time to brainstorm ideas, breaking up routine, and
seeking inspiration from people and places around you.
Travel, meditation, and positive thinking
can also do wonders.
In this video, I will take you through six
ways to develop a mind that is creative.
Let's begin.
To be creative, your mind should be at
ease and free from all distractions around you.
Once everyday stress and worries have left your mind, you
will be able to imagine and think of new ideas.
Schedule quiet, uninterrupted time to relax
and let your mind wander.
Schedule this time on a day off from work or during
a part of the day when you have no commitments.
Avoid scheduling this time right before an important
deadline or appointment, which may distract you.
In short, set aside time for your brain to think
creatively and away from all the chaos of everyday routine.
Designate a creative space with natural light.
Artificial lighting can cause a drop in cortisol
levels, leading to sleepiness and reduced productivity.
Natural light, on the other hand,
can make you more alert.
Choose a spot in your home or office
for your creative thinking time that has windows
and provides ample natural light during the day.
A balcony, outdoor patio or quiet garden
are excellent options for a creative space.
If you live in a small house,
choose a spot in a nearby park.
The idea is to expose yourself to more natural light.
Time your creative sessions in the morning or early
afternoon to make the most of daylight hours.
How many times in an hour do you peep into your phone?
The truth is, we cannot live without
our mobile devices and the Internet, but
they bring in a lot of distractions.
Remove all digital distractions to improve your focus.
One of the most difficult parts of
the creative process is finding the discipline
to follow through with ideas.
Remove hindrances by eliminating electronic distractions while
you allow your brain to think creatively.
Turn off your phone, WiFi connection, television and radio
to immerse yourself in the project at hand.
Now that you have chosen the
right spot and removed all electronic
distractions, it's time to brainstorm ideas.
Choose a specific issue, a recent problem or a
goal you want to achieve to brainstorm about.
Sit down with a piece of paper and pen and write down as
many ideas as you can in a 45 to 60 minutes period.
For instance, if you are planning to start a new
business, describe the business in 200 to 300 words.
Why do you really want to do this business?
How will it help people?
Will your business solve an existing problem?
What are the pros and cons of starting a business?
How will you arrange funds?
What's your backup plan?
If the business fails, it will not only help
you visualize your business plan, but also make you
aware of the challenges you are likely to face
when you actually start the business.
When you brainstorm ideas away from all the
distractions, you will get more clarity and help
you look at things from a different angle.
Following a fixed routine day in and
out is the biggest enemy of creativity.
Why do I say so?
A routine removes the need to think out of
the box and keeps you away from new ideas.
But when you change your daily routine,
it helps you expand your thought process.
It keeps you always on your
toes and opens your mind creatively.
I am not asking you to
make major changes to your routine.
You could do simple things such as
take a new route to work.
Maybe you find an interesting billboard that
could spark up some new ideas.
Change the arrangement of your work desk.
Listen to different music and podcasts
from what you generally do.
These changes may sound small, but they keep your
thought process going and your brain at work.
Creativity is contagious.
Surround yourself with other creative people to
get inspired from depending on your interests,
you may get along well with entrepreneurs,
photographers, writers or filmmakers.
Attend events, take lessons or join groups where you
will have the opportunity to meet such people.
Motivational speeches can be catalysts
for your creative thinking process.
Hearing about other people's experiences, creative efforts and
success and failure stories can be a great
push to develop a creative mind.
Look online for ted talks pertaining to your creative
interests or attend lectures at a local seminar.
Remember, you always gain something by
watching and listening to others.
Maybe the ideas they share won't apply to your
situation 100%, but even if they make five to
10% of the difference, they are worth watching.
That's all for today.
Remember, a creative mind is one that is open
to possibilities and not always about practical thoughts.
It is a mind that is not afraid to
investigate new ideas and try new creative hobbies.
It is like having a
mind without conventional boundaries.
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Until then, take care and keep thinking creatively.