Creativity

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The fertile field of creativity: The power of group imagination

When I ask my subconscious for a metaphor about my work, the image that always comes to mind is a fertile field. I don’t focus on whether it’s empty or full—because that’s not the point. What matters isn’t what’s grown there but the boundless potential of the field itself. I’ve written before about the difference…

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Peanut butter and jelly creativity: Stepping beyond academia to unlock creativity

Yesterday, I stumbled upon something I wrote back in 2000, a pivotal time when I was opening up my creative channels. It was a few years after completing my Ph.D. in 1996 and spending some time teaching. But by then, I felt the need to step away from the “Ph.D.” identity entirely and explore a…

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The power of space: How creating sacred spaces fuels creativity and self-discovery

I’m currently enchanted by a book with an irresistible title: The Poetics of Space. Admittedly, I’ve barely begun reading it, but the concept alone has me hooked. I wish I’d come up with that title myself—it perfectly captures something I’ve loved my whole life: spaces. From an early age, I’ve been drawn to the magic…

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Carl Rogers on constructive creativity: How it connects to learning and growth

Carl Rogers, one of the founders of Humanistic Psychology, outlined three essential conditions for what he termed “constructive creativity” (as opposed to destructive creativity) in his book On Becoming a Person. These principles not only illuminate the creative process but also offer profound insights into how we learn as adults. The Three Conditions for Constructive…

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Why nurturing yourself boosts creativity: A fresh approach to productivity

When I teach writing classes, people often ask for tips on being more disciplined and productive. My answer might surprise you: discipline isn’t the key to creativity. Instead, creativity needs to be fed. When you take care of yourself—indulging in what makes you feel warm and fuzzy—your creative voice naturally starts to speak. Then, all…

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