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The "Island of Pickles and Doughnuts" is a metaphor for a life of habit and convention. It was originally used in my book The Power of Thinking Differently. You can learn more here: Interview | Book Excerpt
Lessons in Creative Living: Creative Writer J.J. Abrams and Experiencing The Inherent Mystery of The World
For some, over time, the world becomes monotone, dull, and no longer enchanting. However, when we realize that our dominant perceptions are only one out of an infinite number of possible perceptions, the world becomes anew.
When we can accept the inherent mystery of the world, it becomes vibrant and alive.
It is for this reason that in my talks I often emphasize how creative thinking enables people to enliven their world, since it enables people to access the multiplicity of perspectives inherent in every moment. It is also why I began my book by addressing this notion. read more…
(Courtesy of Travis Isaacs)
Some of us can’t live without them.
Even in my book I write about how I used my cellphone to record the first draft of the outline of my manuscript.
As a user of one of these high-tech gizmos, I admit that I often find myself fully engaged in trying to keep up with my emails, facebook, phone messages, tweets, and the rest. But this type of continual “multi-tasking” may be harming my creativity.
At least that’s what some researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison are saying.
“You really can’t multi-task. The brain can’t multi-task,” said Joanne Cantor, the director of UW-Madison’s Center for Communication Research. read more…
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How can society enhance creative thinking and embrace new ideas?
Answering this question was the primary focus of the 25th annual Emerging Issues Forum that was held in Raleigh, North Carolina this past week. Though the forum is geared towards improving the lives of those who live in North Carolina, the discussion benefits us all.
Various speakers participated in the 2-day event including U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, author Daniel Pink, and jazz singer Nnenna Freelon.
After reviewing some notes and news reports concerning the event, a few things caught my eye.
One, I noticed that I wasn’t invited. 
Two, I noticed several notable ideas on encouraging creativity and creative ideation in our society. read more…
