creativity

Sometimes you have to take the road less traveled.

We like to think of creativity as an inherently good thing. History and science say otherwise.

The famed German filmmaker offers his thoughts on reading during Eric Weinstein's podcast.

When he was developing his famous hierarchy of needs, Abraham Maslow cited 9 historical figures that achieved self-actualization.

Ask very silly questions to spur very serious innovation.

The Portal promises to be a deep dive into the possible.

If AIs can generate photos of people who don't exist, what else can they imagine?

Why Django Reinhardt might just be the greatest musical innovator you've never heard of.

Don't underestimate the power of play when it comes to problem-solving.

Here's why generalists triumph over specialists in the new era of innovation.

Can microdosing LSD enhance creativity and focus?

Even drawing stick figures has its benefits.

Why the culture that destroyed attention spans is now turning to podcasts.

It all depends on what type of creativity we're discussing.

There's few domains in life that aren't improved by learning how to cook.

New research at Carnegie Mellon University suggests a game of musical chairs.

At Big Think, we capture the thoughts of the world's most brilliant thinkers.

Researchers find that toddlers verbalize and interact more with their parents when reading sessions feature print books, not tablets.

These quick bursts of inspiration will brighten your day in 10 minutes or less.

How prone you are to boredom plays an unexpected role.

Though written for his students, the lessons can be applied by any essay writer.

Like sneaking veggies into dessert, these board games teach STEM, strategy, and executive functions through the joys of play.

It's hard to see big changes coming, but if you know your own blindspots, you can do it.

We can all learn from these tips from Brad Pitt, Anne Hathaway, and more.

Anxious? Dr. Frankl suggested you take a different view of things.

If you have a strong imagination, this won't help you with academic study.

'For decades, all the major economists ... they all believed that we would be working less and less', Rutger Bregman told Davos

Creativity can bring about unchecked harm, but it's up to us how we wield it.

No, it doesn't include waking up at 4 a.m.