There are also many of Cultural Blocks that prevent us from being creative. Here’s my starter list. Add some of your own.
- Taboos
- Fantasy And Reflection Are A Waste Of Time
- Playfulness Is For Children Only
- Problem Solving Is Serious Business, Humor Is Out Of Place
- I’m Not Supposed To Do That
- You Will Appear Immature
- Left Brain Is Good — Right Brain Is Bad
- Tradition Is Preferable To Change
- Any Problem Can Be Solved By Scientific Thinking And Lots Of Money
- Change Is Difficult – Takes Work
- You Need Both (The Engineer & The Architect)
- George Lucas Anyone? (Look it up. It’s an assignment.)
Lon Safko
Serial Innovator, Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Innovative Thinking
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