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What does it mean?
Creativity requires mental states like puzzlement, concentration, and accepting tension.
In plain terms
To be creative, be curious, focused, and comfortable with conflict.
What can you take from it?
Embrace tension to spark creativity.

Where it applies

  • artistic work
  • problem solving
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • stay curious
  • tolerate uncertainty

Questions to consider

  • Do you avoid tension?
  • What puzzles you today?

Another view

Not all creative work requires conscious tension.

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