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A Process.

Creative Methods

Evolution.

Synthesis.

Revolution.

Reapplication.

Changing Direction.

Myths about Creative Thinking and Problem Solving

1. Every problem has only one solution (or one right answer).

2. The best answer/solution/method has already been found.

3. Creative answers are complex technologically.

4. Ideas either come or they don't. Nothing will help.

Mental Blocks to Creative Thinking and Problem Solving

1. Prejudice.

2. Functional fixation.

3. Learned helplessness.

4. Psychological blocks.

Positive Attitudes for Creativity

1. Curiosity.

2. Challenge.

3. Constructive discontent.

4. A belief that most problems can be solved.

5. The ability to suspend judgment and criticism.

6. Seeing the good in the bad.

7. Problems lead to improvements.

8. A problem can also be a solution.

9. Problems are interesting and emotionally acceptable.

Miscellaneous Good Attitudes

1. Perseverance.

2. A flexible imagination.

3. A belief that mistakes are welcome.

Characteristics of the Creative Person curious seeks problems enjoys challenge optimistic able to suspend judgment comfortable with imagination sees problems as opportunities sees problems as interesting problems are emotionally acceptable challenges assumptions doesn't give up easily: perseveres, works hard