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Creativity Myths and Realities

Where does creativity come from? According to the Washington University in St. Louis Alumni magazine, myths abound regarding the origins of everyday creativity.  Here’s what they write: “In his book Creative Genius, Keith Sawyer discusses in detail the creativity myths society holds dear. Here are some of those myths, followed by highly condensed facts, in Sawyer’s own words: Myth: Creativity comes from the unconscious. (Fact: “It is mostly conscious, hard work.”) Myth: Read More →