Discover the full collection of #ThinkfullyHabits
As we know, walking helps our creative juices flow. What is also becoming clearer is that how we walk is important too. As Dr Barbara Handel, neuroscientist from Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg reveals, “It is not the exercise itself that helps us think more flexibly.” It’s moving with the freedom to go in any direction that’s most helpful.
Read MoreIn the pursuit of progress and hunt for the future, old ideas can easily get lost, mixed up and forgotten. We may leave ideas behind too quickly; packing them away into dusty closets and forgetting to re-open the door.
Read MoreWhen things are established, familiar and work well, it’s rare to question whether there’s an alternative that may prove better. Yet, experimenting and trying new things without an obvious need can sometimes result in a step change.
Read MoreHave you heard of The Medici Effect? It’s a term inspired by the powerful Italian bankers, the Medici family, who were at the heart of breaking down traditional barriers to ignite the burst of Renaissance creativity.
Read MoreSometimes the tried and tested responses and the ‘typical’ ways don’t work. There are times when loosening the reins on your existing habits and established ideas are essential, particularly in fast moving and changeable environments. Sticking to the 'usual' plan may be the worst thing you can do. Sometimes a new idea that crops up is exactly the right idea to follow. Getting ready to improvise is about getting ready to reinvent new combinations from what you already have or know. And sometimes it can even be a life saver.
Read MoreWhen you want to make a change or an improvement do you tend to start from scratch or do you look for a similar idea elsewhere? Many of us start from scratch because it’s not always obvious that a precursor for an idea already exists which could prove helpful to adapt from. Why isn’t it obvious? Because many precursor ideas come from different industries, parts of life or separate places that you may not naturally be exposed to.
Read MoreWe all know it’s good to take proper breaks during the day. There are endless articles giving endless reasons around increased mental and physical wellbeing, better work-life balance and improved performance. The focus is usually on the beneficial impact on our bodies and brains. However, it can also be the case that the activities we do in these breaks provide just the opportunistic spark of practical inspiration we need. Whatever we do, we shouldn’t waste these sources of inspiration right in front of us.
Read MoreIt often makes sense to look at other people’s solutions; to steal inspiration and nab fresh ideas. However, it also limits us to what other people have done. There’s a huge amount of inspiration that can come from looking beyond what others have already tried.
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