If you look on the outside of my passport you will see that I am an American citizen; however, when you look inside, it becomes obvious that I am a citizen of the world. And frankly, I have earned each nation stamp, as each culture has indelibly etched its image upon my soul! Whether I experienced success or failure, often in many of these nations a sudden crisis brought out my highest level of creativity!  I am a richly woven tapestry of possibility thinking! And you can be too!

First, SPEND TIME WITH CREATIVE PEOPLE.  Whether you are at home, school or busy at the office, spend time with “creatives.” These unique souls have practiced the art of turning chaos into beauty, and problems into possibilities. Maya Angelou says, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”

Second, LOOK FOR THE OBVIOUS.  As the old saying goes…sometimes the answer is right under your nose. In other words, you don’t always need a creative idea—sometimes you just need to choose the most practical or obvious solution.

Third, BE UNREASONABLE.  Always give yourself a minute to think! Think beyond what you consider logical!

Fourth, PRACTICE MENTAL AGILITY. Being open to spontaneous thought is key to cultivating creativity. I dare you to break free from the rigidity of common thinking and everyday expectation! INNOVATION IS INSPIRING!

Fifth, SEE PROBLEMS AS OPPORTUNITIES!  Creativity is fueled when you replace the word problem with opportunity! ‘Opportunity’ is that moment when you decide that no opposition, poverty, or weakness can hold you back!