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Relaxation and creativity are interconnected as creativity often thrives during periods of relaxation. When we stop focusing on specific tasks and allow our minds to wander, we often uncover connections that can't be seen during focused work. This mental wandering can lead to new ideas and creative solutions.
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Choose creativity. It takes a conscious commitment to wanting to be creative to get things going. Don't second guess or question, just choose. Think like a tourist. Inspiration is not usually just hanging around waiting to show itself. It can often only be found in a different environment with new experiences and ideas. Get out of the office and find a different view, read something different, get exposure to something new. Take a break. Creativity seems to thrive during periods of relaxation. Stop focusing on the specific task and allow the mind to wander. This wandering will often uncover connections that can't be seen during focused work. Who is the end user and what do they want (or need)? Asking this question, whether about an idea, a problem or a product, creates empathy and the ability to focus on some of the more important points. Field work. Another reason to get out and about, field work involves simply observing. By observing with no set agenda, it's possible to find those "...
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