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The Inspiration Discipline: Cultivating Creativity through Deliberate Inputs

Offered By: Stanford University via YouTube

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Discover the key principles of cultivating innovation and creativity in this insightful talk from the Stanford d.school. Explore the concept of the "inspiration discipline" as Perry Klebahn, Jeremy Utley, and Kathryn Segovia delve into the importance of inputs in driving fresh thinking and innovation. Learn how to develop a structured approach for cultivating inspiration through deliberate pursuit of fresh inputs. Gain valuable insights from research across various fields, including invention, scientific discovery, entertainment, and art. Understand why creativity is a craft that relies on inputs rather than outputs. Explore techniques such as creating connections, using analogies, embracing wonder, and practicing productive procrastination. Develop a coherent approach to the routine practice of inspiration that can be applied to various creative endeavors. This talk challenges common misconceptions about innovation and provides practical strategies for anyone seeking to enhance their creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Syllabus

Intro
About the dschool
Creativity is a craft
Creativity is about inputs
Creating connections
Analogies
Wonder wonder
Disconnection
Divergent Diversion
Productive Procrastination


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Stanford Online

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