Creativity is a potential that can be developed by providing time, energy, and diligent practice. You can focus on various areas to develop and hone your creativity, for example by reading, writing, or listening to music. Seek as much information as possible and be open to new ideas and experiences. Change your lifestyle by forming positive habits, for example: walking more often, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep at night so that the brain gets the energy it needs to increase creativity.
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Method 1 of 3: Doing Creative Activities to Challenge Yourself
Step 1. Perform the “Thirty Circle Test”
Fill in the break at work or school by making 30 pictorial circles to improve your ability to think quickly and creatively. Start doing this test by making 30 circles and then filling as many circles as possible with pictures in 1 minute. Try to break records by taking the test over and over again.
This test can improve creativity because you will try hard to come up with various ideas as quickly as possible. Many people have a tendency to judge themselves so much that they stop working to see if the idea is right. While taking this test, you can experiment with different ideas without rejecting them because you have to think fast
Step 2. Make funny doodles in your spare time
Know that drawing doodles, which are often considered childish, can actually increase productivity and creativity because this activity can foster a sense of caring for the environment and extend attention span. When drawing, you will stay focused on the activity at hand so you don't daydream. The more information you receive the more creative you become.
- Draw a doodle when you realize you're daydreaming, for example when you have trouble concentrating during a work meeting or listening to a boring lesson.
- Get in the habit of drawing a doodle in a sketchbook when boredom or boredom arises.
Step 3. Write a short fictional story
Short fiction is a short story of less than 100 words. Writing short fiction can boost creativity because you'll be trying to make up the story from start to finish with as few words as possible. Thus, you are able to convey important information with limited media.
Search the internet for short fiction writing communities. Join the community, respond to reader comments, and enter the race
Step 4. Listen to music
To come up with creative ideas, listen to music while on the move. This will make you better able to maintain focus and concentrate. The results showed that classical music was able to increase creativity and the ability to concentrate.
Remember that not all genres of music provide the same benefits for everyone. While classical music is beneficial for many people, find the music that works best for you to make it easier for you to concentrate and be creative
Step 5. Get creative with your hands
Making something by hand means getting information from all the senses so that you are able to think more creatively. So if you want to be more creative, do activities that have to be done by hand to produce results. For example: knitting, sewing, or making crafts that require creativity.
Step 6. Play the video game
Some video games are able to form a creative mindset, especially interactive games that require physical movement to stimulate various senses, for example: " Wii Tennis " or " Dance Dance Revolution ". Avoid games that keep you sitting still for hours.
Step 7. Read more
One way to form creative thinking skills is reading. Choose books from a variety of genres and writing styles to broaden your horizons and increase creativity. Get in the habit of reading every day.
- Join a community of book readers to find out what books beginners should read.
- Register as a member of the library so you can save because you don't have to buy books.
Method 2 of 3: Expanding Knowledge
Step 1. Develop your skills
One way to increase creativity is to master expertise in a particular field or use certain media and study it in as much detail as possible. Read articles and watch videos to get information about what you want to learn. If necessary, register for a basic level course at the nearest educational institution or community center (eg learn to paint in a class for beginners).
Find inspiration through the creative work of others in your area of interest. For example: if you want to learn to paint, visit a painting museum or art gallery
Step 2. Get ready to experience new things
Highly creative people are receptive to ideas, broadening their horizons, and dealing with unexpected experiences. Don't resist and avoid something different than usual and take the opportunity to do new, creative things. For example: learn how to make art out of clay, even if you don't like this activity or can't afford it.
Step 3. Develop creativity by playing
Take a break from the demands of appearing as an adult and open your eyes so you can develop your creative abilities by acting like a child. Use toys and craft tools to spark imaginations and form new connections. If you're having a hard time coming up with creative ideas, make an abstract painting, have fun putting the blocks of wood as high as possible, or make any object by assembling Legos.
Step 4. Share and explain what you know
Some argue that we are able to remember 90% of the material we learn by teaching it to others. Explain new knowledge to yourself and others so that it remains embedded in memory. When learning something new, try to explain it to yourself by internalizing it. Imagine that you are giving a seminar or teaching the topic.
If you are very confident, make a video that covers the topic you just learned and upload it online or explain your knowledge to friends and colleagues
Step 5. Form a habit of thinking about new ideas
Do activities that force you to think of new ideas. For example: find word associations by writing one word and then looking for other words associated with that word. Use analogies to look for similarities between two different things to describe and test your associations.
For example: look for similarities between textbooks and iPods
Step 6. Take time to get inspired
Since you have to practice to develop your creativity, take the time to retreat in a quiet or inspiring place to come up with new ideas. For example: sit in a beautiful garden or library and let ideas come to you and then write them down on a notebook, whiteboard, or computer without stopping to edit or think again.
Determine the right time and do it regularly. For example: if you have free time after dinner, take an hour to break free from distractions and think of new ideas
Method 3 of 3: Changing Your Lifestyle
Step 1. Start socializing with people in different communities
To spark creativity, make time to socialize as often as possible, especially with people outside the community. Interacting with people who have a different life and outlook on life helps you broaden your horizons and see things in a new way in your everyday life. In order to interact with new people, attend activities or do new activities outside of your regular schedule and open conversations with anyone.
For example: if you want to get to know the world of art, visit a gallery or museum to interact with artists or tour guides. To lighten the mood, start the conversation by saying: “I want to know more about art. Are you an art lover?”
Step 2. Walk more
When walking, take the time to come up with various ideas by imagining and thinking creatively. In addition, awareness of the surrounding environment or new natural conditions is a source of inspiration to trigger creativity. Start walking for at least 15 minutes a day a few days a week or every other day if possible.
Step 3. Get used to exercising
Exercising regularly can increase creativity by reducing stress and improving cognitive abilities. Make a regular schedule to exercise about 30 minutes a day and do it consistently. Choose light intensity aerobic exercise, for example: walking, jogging, or cycling.
Step 4. Get enough sleep at night
A good night's sleep is a chance to recover by relaxing and refreshing your mind so you can stay creative. The brain continues to work very actively while we sleep. Research shows that "falling asleep thinking about a problem" makes the mind re-evaluate the connections that have been formed and come up with new ideas for the issues at hand. Set aside time so that you can get a good 8-9 hours of sleep each night and stick to a consistent sleep schedule.
