Have you ever faced a problem that seemed impossible to solve, with no clear solution in sight? 

If so, you’re not alone. 

Creativity is the ability to generate multiple solutions that are unique and useful. 

But can creativity be learned?

The answer is YES. 

Creativity is a skill that can sure be learned and also mastered.

Here are 7 essential steps to help you unlock your creative potential:

1. Meditate

Meditation is a powerful tool for cultivating creativity. By dedicating just 10 minutes a day to meditation, you can clear your mind and tap into your inner source of inspiration.

2. Embrace Your Inner Child

Remember the curiosity and wonder of childhood? Recapturing that sense of awe and curiosity can help you approach problems with a fresh perspective. Engage in activities that bring you joy and help you see the world with child’s eyes.

3. Unlock Your Imagination

Imagination is the spark that ignites creativity. Take time to imagine scenarios, ask “what if” questions, and explore new ideas. Remember, imagination is a muscle that can be developed with practice.

4. Observe and Capture

Develop your observational skills by paying attention to the world around you. Capture ideas, insights, and inspiration from nature, people, and experiences. Remember to add your unique perspective to make your ideas truly different.

5. Synthesize

Combine seemingly unrelated concepts, ideas, or objects to create something new and innovative. This process of synthesis can help you develop unique solutions to complex problems.

6. Alternative Uses

Challenge yourself to find new uses for everyday objects or materials. This exercise can help you develop a creative mindset and approach problems from a fresh perspective.

7. Break Assumptions

Question assumptions and challenge conventional wisdom. By breaking free from constraints and limitations, you can unlock new possibilities and develop innovative solutions.

Try these daily…. And experience the change in you.

1. Commit to 10 minutes of daily meditation.

2. Engage in one childlike activity daily.

3. Imagine and analyse one “what if” scenario every day.

4. Observe and capture unique insights daily.

5. Synthesize two or more concepts daily.

6. Find at least five alternative uses for everyday objects and do it daily.

7. Break assumptions and discover new ways of doing things every single day.

By following these 7 essential steps, you can unlock your creative potential and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

Remember, CREATIVITY is a SKILL that can be learned and developed.

Rajiv Tulpule

Visiting faculty at symbiosis, Pune