b"Chapter 7Being creative means looking for inspiration even in the most mundane places. This means that you ask simple questions, without criticizing.Being creative is knowing how to find the similarities and differences between two completely random ideas. Foremost, being creative means thinking!A.Develop intellectual habits.Here are some intellectual habits to foster creativity in your life:1. Theimaginationexercise:observingchildreninimaginativeplay revealsasourceofnaturalcreativity.Whenengaged,inpretend play,childrenembracemultipleperspectivesandplayfully manipulate emotions and ideas.As an adult, cultivating a childlike sense of play can revolutionize the way we work. Hybrid forms of work and play can provide the most optimalcontextforlearningandcreativity,forbothchildrenand adults. Playandintrinsicjoyareintertwined,creatingasynergythat naturally leads to greater inspiration, effort, and creative growth.2.Passion: passion often stems from an experience or relationship that has moved us in some way and can be a source of inspiration. It's often emotional fuel that launches us down a creative path, but that's just the beginning.People who achieve their long-term creative dreams balance their enthusiasm for the future with realistic strategies to get closer to their goals with the help of inspiration and hard work.When someone advises you tofollow your passion,be careful: besides being one of the most common clichs, it's not very helpful advice. You must seek a passion in harmony with your authenticselfand compatible with your other activities.The passion to prove yourself to others is unlikely to translate into creativity because it relies on you avoiding challenges that would otherwise lead to your growth. So,whileyoushouldbeopentowhatinspiresyou,don'tblindly follow passion. Make sure it really resonates with you and your skills. 208Germain Decelles"