A study by Stanford University suggests that activities like walking, listening to music, and social interactions can enhance creativity. Engaging with creative individuals, stepping outside of comfort zones, and reading broadly also contribute to innovative thinking. Additionally, drawing or writing, along with taking breaks and healthy snacking, can further stimulate creative processes.

1. According to a study conducted by
researchers at Stanford University, even a
short walk can boost creativity, both while
walking and for a short while afterwards.
1. Step Outside
Listening to music, at any volume, also
helps you to relax, which allows your mind
to wander. When you are in a relaxed
state, and your mind is allowed to wander
freely, you are more likely to come up with
creative solutions and ideas.
2. Listen to music
Social interaction enables you to thinkmore creatively by exposing you to otherpeople’s thoughts, ideas, and worldviews. Italso gives you the opportunity to discussyour own thoughts and ideas, and to getexternal input and feedback.
3. Spend time withcreative people
4. Take a step back
By stepping out of your comfort zone, and
trying new things, you will not only gain
new experiences, but you will also gain
new perspectives, which will help you to
think differently and to approach problems
differently.
5. Leave Your Comfort
zone
Reading introduces you to new topics, opens
your mind to new ideas, and gives you the
opportunity to explore unique connections
between topics. So, next time you are at
the library or bookstore, look for something
different to what you would usually read.
6. Read widely
The physical act of drawing or writing
actively engages your brain, which can
improve your levels of concentration and
creativity. So next time you are stuck for
ideas, grab some paper and a pen, and start
writing (or drawing).
If you’re struggling to come up with creative
ideas, take a break and make yourself a
snack. Just make sure that it’s a healthy
snack — your brain needs fuel to function
optimally.
7. Make a Healthy
Snack
8. Write or Draw
something
When you step away from a problem, and
come back to solve it later, you’ll often
find that you are able to come up with asolution straight away. We can attribute thisphenomenon to the concept of “psychologicaldistance.”
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