C R E A T I V I T Y: The Four Components Of Creative Thinking
- Vasilis Doumanis
- Sep 1, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Apr 9

“Creativity isn’t just for artists and designers. It’s a skill everyone can learn and develop..”
— Bard
The 4 Components Of Creativity
Fluency – the ability to generate quantities of ideas
Flexibility – the ability to create different categories of ideas, and to perceive an idea from different points of view
Originality – the ability to generate new, different, and unique ideas that others are not likely to generate
Elaboration – the ability to expand on an idea by embellishing it with details or the ability to create an intricate plan

Why is creativity so important?
Creativity is important because it allows us to come up with new ideas, solve problems in creative ways, and improve our lives. At work, creativity can help us develop new products and services, find new ways to market our products, and improve our productivity. In our personal lives, creativity can help us to find new ways to enjoy our leisure time, connect with others, and solve problems.

How to be more creative in your everyday life?
There are many ways to be more creative in your everyday life. Here are a few tips:
Expose yourself to new ideas and experiences.
Don’t be afraid to experiment and try new things.
Collaborate with others.
Give yourself time to daydream and brainstorm.
Don’t censor yourself.
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