What Makes a Person Intelligent?

In traditional intelligence theories when one is asked the question “What makes a person intelligent?” the most common responses will often note a person’s ability to solve problems, utilize logic, and think critically. The principal problem in traditional intelligence theories is that they promote “fractured learning”. Many educational reformers have clearly stated that “taking tests merely shows that a student is skilled at taking tests”. If we incorporate the varying student intelligences in our teaching activities, our success as well as our students success, will be markedly improved.

Creativity - What Is It?

98% of our genetic makeup is shared with chimpanzees. The difference between chimpanzees and humans. Two creative perspectives. What do creative activities include? After solving problems. A definition of creativity. Who is creative? Creative people have fun. Where to meet creative people.

Creativity Theory

Elements of Creativity Theory include:

Boredom and Decline

The human race has been inventing and innovating for millenia. Are we running out of steam?

Expand Your Creativity and Make Yourself Smarter Using these 8 Strategies

Scientists know, but can’t explain exactly how the process works, but if you study mathematics, your musical ability improves. If you read extensively your ability to develop new physical skills or artistic abilities is augmented. This being so, we can therefore literally make ourselves “smarter” by increasing the quantities of inter-connections in our brain. But how exactly do we go about improving our mental ability? By strengthening one or more areas of our brain which are lesser developed. Here are six of the nine strongest “intelligences” and how they influence personality, character and ability. Note how each one can be strengthened and expanded using simple activities practiced on a regular basis.

Create Through the Imagination

I invite you to come on a journey into your imagination to create a positive dream for your life.

Prime Your Brain

Have you ever wished that you could come up with more creative ideas? Well you can, you just need to know how to prime the creative portions of your brain and then…

Personal Power Maps

An article on using your own resources and strengths in order to come up with new ideas and initiatives. Includes a detailed example.

Connect With Other Artists

There's no reason to feel different when there's a whole creative community out there. This article explores the many reasons to reach out and connect with other artists.

How to Increase Your Mind Power by being a Whole-brain Thinker Using the Technique of Mind Mapping

Mind Mapping is a tool that helps in whole-brain thinking. Great thinkers like Leonardo Da Vince, Einstein, Michelangelo were whole-brain thinkers. By using the technique of Mind Mapping, we can tap into more of our Brain Power.

Your Journey Begins Now!

Create the life you've always dreamed of.

How to Practice Creative Imagination for Problem-Solving

Engaging in creative imagination is a practice that follows a specific process. To do it successfully, keep in mind that for centuries in ancient times, it was performed as a sacred ritual, with great reverence and according to explicit rules. Today imagination is no longer considered the gift of Muses, but seen as a mental function studied by scientific research.

How to Develop Lightheartedness

Lightheartedness is the ability to keep your sense of humor as you face life’s most difficult challenges. It is a spiritual quality associated with inner strength, faith, and the ability to face life’s adversities with a positive mental attitude. Finally, it’s a sign of courage and the ability to inspire others when, together, you are facing a difficulty that is overwhelming.

The Creative Mind and How We Can Better Utilize Those Who Have Them

There are many in our civilization, which have extremely creative minds and many who borderline on what some might characterize as brilliant. Unfortunately often we do not utilize such members of society correctly.