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What does it mean?
Creative or intelligent thought cannot be turned off at will.
In plain terms
You cannot stop thinking creatively.
What can you take from it?
Accept that your mind will always be active.

Where it applies

  • working
  • problem solving
  • rest

Putting it to work

  • embrace thoughts
  • manage energy

Questions to consider

  • Can you stop thinking when you want?
  • How do you rest your mind?

Another view

Some people can relax without constant thinking.

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