The five qualities below not only contribute to innovative programs and processes, they’re also fundamental for working effectively with others in fast-paced, highly creative environments. They draw on the capacities of both right brain and left brain, and strengthen connection with one’s own inner voice, while also honoring the wisdom of the larger collective group [ Read more … ]
play
Beyond the bounds… of what your mind thinks is reasonable
It’s hard to value play, it seems so… childish. But play is effective because it takes us beyond the bounds of what our minds think is reasonable. Play gets our energy moving.
“Imagination is when you dream and play at the same time”
“Imagination is when you dream and play at the same time.” That’s a statement from a five-year old. Michelle, a kindergarten teacher, posted it on my facebook page. I’m thinking we should carry notepads when we’re with children, so they can teach us how to be human.
At the center of all art is something that is alive
I’m really lovin’ Lynda Barry’s book What It Is. “When I was little… I would hold myself as still as I could and make my eyes like a toy’s eyes that don’t move and I would wait. I would wait for the other things in the room to forget about me and begin to move…I [ Read more … ]
On play…
By perceiving the complementary opposites in any phenomenon, you open the door to play.” –Jessica Porter, The Hip Chick’s Guide to Macrobiotics
