Be more creative by stopping thought
New research by Dan Goleman, of Emotional Intelligence fame. This helps to explain why we get those great ideas at such random times.
Step one, you define and frame the problem. Many people say that one of the signs of geniuses in a field is the ability to see problems and challenges and ask questions that no one else sees or asks. So first find and frame the creative challenge.
Second, immerse yourself, dig deep. Gather ideas, data, information, anything that’s going to help you with a creative breakthrough.The third phase is a little counter-intuitive for some people: let it all go. Just relax. The best ideas come while you’re taking a long hot shower, going for a walk, or on vacation. Here, the self-mastery comes in knowing when to let go, and knowing that you need to let go.
The final stage, the fourth, is execution - and, of course, many brilliant ideas fail here, because they aren’t implemented well.
