News — Creativity

Those creative lightning strikes hit each of us occasionally. We know we can’t rely on their appearance. But what if we could? Creativity exercises foster conditions that make inspirational lightning strikes more likely. You see, our minds continually try to find patterns, manifesting dogs in clouds and faces on potatoes. Our brains want to find the order of a pattern in the chaos of our experience. This need promotes the formation of new connections. By introducing yourself, your mind, your body to new patterns, you can find inspiration anywhere and anytime. Creativity exercises encourage these new connections. Here are some...

Writer's block or inbox fatigue -- whatever the cause, if you find yourself in a creative rut or productivity is at a standstill, might we suggest this very simple way out: get outside. It might be tempting to push through the task that has you feeling stuck, but according to neuroscientist, brain expert and bestselling author, Dr. Rahul Jandial, slowing things down and taking a break might make a bigger impact. Studies show that taking time to step away from your work and spend a few minutes in nature can completely shift your state of mind. Here's how a quick...

Writer's block or inbox fatigue -- whatever the cause, if you find yourself in a creative rut or productivity is at a standstill, might we suggest this very simple way out: get outside. It might be tempting to push through the task that has you feeling stuck, but according to neuroscientist, brain expert and bestselling author, Dr. Rahul Jandial, slowing things down and taking a break might make a bigger impact. Studies show that taking time to step away from your work and spend a few minutes in nature can completely shift your state of mind. Here's how a quick...