Creative Discovery

Creativity is about capturing those moments that make life worth living. Legendary psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi reveals what leads to these moments - be it the excitement of the artist at the easel or the scientist in the lab - so that this knowledge can be used to enrich people's lives. Drawing on nearly 100 interviews with exceptional people, from biologists and physicists, to politicians and business leaders, to poets and artists, as well as his 30 years of research, Csikszentmihalyi uses his famous flow theory to explore the creative process.

In this audiobook, you'll learn a structured and sustainable approach to continuous discovery that will help you answer each of these questions, giving you the confidence to act while also preparing you to be wrong. You'll learn to balance action with doubt so that you can get started without being blindsided by what you don't get right. If you want to discover products that customers love—that also deliver business results—this audiobook is for you.

More than 200 million years ago, geological forces split apart the continents. Isolated from each other, the two halves of the world developed radically different suites of plants and animals. When Christopher Columbus set foot in the Americas, he ended that separation at a stroke. Driven by the economic goal of establishing trade with China, he accidentally set off an ecological convulsion as European vessels carried thousands of species to new homes across the oceans.

Unlock the depths of your true self and heal from past trauma—without getting overwhelmed or lost along the way. Are you tired of unresolved childhood wounds clouding your present happiness? Do you feel trapped in recurring cycles, unable to find peace and clarity? Have past attempts at self-discovery left you feeling more confused than healed? If you answered "yes" to these questions, know you’re not alone. Many embark on a journey of self-growth only to find themselves stuck without the right tools or guidance. Imagine if you could forge a path to your true self that allows you to ...

BEST-SELLING BOOK ON PET LOSS AND GRIEF You wake up to silence, reminding you of the absence of paws padding softly across the floor. The toys remain untouched, collecting dust like the memories of joyful moments spent in each other’s company. Every corner of your home reminds you of the laughter and love shared, yet the void left is unmistakable as if a piece of your heart had been pulled away. Grieving the loss of a pet is a complicated journey that leaves many navigating a sea of emotions. It’s a struggle where sadness can often feel overwhelming, yet it’s also an opportunity to ...

SoulCollage® is an accessible collage process with practical applications that has a growing international community. It's easy to learn and it's inexpensive. Best of all, it inspires individual creativity and encourages good communication in families and groups. SoulCollage® is adaptable to many contexts and groups. Anyone can enjoy the multi-leveled, creative process. All you need is a good pair of scissors, pre-cut mat board cards, images you can find anywhere, and glue! When you have made some cards, you can consult them, asking important life questions and letting your cards speak ...

Today, journaling is widely accepted as a means of cultivating well-being within a whole-person health approach that includes the emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of well-being. But sometimes we don't know where to start or we get there for a few days and then run out of inspiration so we created this journal prompt book. Inside, you'll find 110 questions targeting different parts of your life that, by answering them in your journal, will give you a better understanding of yourself, what matters and moves you, and where you want to direct your goals and work. ...

A journey through the minds of some of the most creative people on the planet reveals that creativity is rarely a “lightbulb moment” and instead arrives through a process of making and self-understanding.

Drawing on disparate philosophies and science behind electronic beat-making, lyricism, dance, memory, myth, and cosmology in the African and African Disaporic traditions, this book seeks to demonstrate relationships between rhythm, space, and ways of being as an articulation of futures and alternate realities made present.

What do Apple CEO Steve Jobs, comedian Chris Rock, prize-winning architect Frank Gehry, the story developers at Pixar films, and the Army Chief of Strategic Plans all have in common? Best-selling author Peter Sims found that all of them have achieved breakthrough results by methodically taking small, experimental steps in order to discover and develop new ideas.

When 12 year old Zoe moves to a new town she stumbles upon an enchanted book in the attic of her new home Inside its glowing pages lies Haven Grove a magical realm where lost and forgotten things reside As Zoe starts reading the books unusual stories she discovers the power not only to find missing items but to reconnect missing pieces of herself On her first journey inside the himsical book world Zoe is determined to rescue her lost music box with the help of a new friend Sylphina the fairy Along the way they meet quirky characters navigate tricky places like Willy Sweet Shoppe and visit ...

Struggling to Manifest Your Desires? You’re Not Alone... You’ve read all about the Law of Attraction and the Law of Vibration. You’ve practiced affirmations, visualized your dream life, and tried to “raise your vibration.” But nothing seems to work the way you expected. Instead of abundance, you’re met with frustration. Instead of breakthroughs, you’re stuck in the same cycle—wondering if manifestation is real or if you’re doing something wrong. Why Isn’t It Working for You? The truth is, most manifestation teachings only give you part of the picture. They tell you what ...

In the preface to the 2004 edition, Paul Davies writes, "If the laws of the universe really are a sort of cosmic blueprint, as I suggest, they may also be a blueprint for survival." This critically acclaimed book explains how recent scientific advances are transforming our understanding of the emergence of complexity and organization in the universe. Melding a variety of ideas and disciplines from science and technology, Davies presents his provocative theory on the source of the universe's creative potency.

As a technology pioneer at MIT and as the leader of three successful start-ups, Kevin Ashton experienced firsthand the all-consuming challenge of creating something new. Now, in a tour-de-force narrative 20 years in the making, Ashton leads us on a journey through humanity's greatest creations to uncover the surprising truth behind who creates and how they do it.

ABC of Neurographica – A Step-by-Step Guide to the Basics Are you looking for a clear and accessible introduction to Neurographica? This book is a comprehensive manual designed for beginners who want to understand the fundamentals of this powerful art therapy method. Written in simple and engaging language, ABC of Neurographica provides a detailed yet easy-to-follow explanation of key concepts, terminology, and techniques. Inside, you will discover: ✔️ The origins of Neurographica and its creator ✔️ What Neurographic algorithms are and how they work ✔️ The meaning and function...

Identity. It’s an abstract term. But it starts with realizing where you came from, in order to know where you should be going. And that’s the difference between fulfillment and going through the motions day after day. Find clarity and direction, the true foundations of happiness. How to Find Yourself provides a thorough and scientific approach to understanding yourself and why you do the things you do. You will discover your values, the roots of your behaviors, and what makes you tick. And then you can use this information to your advantage.

Kindling the Ordinary brings together three volumes from Linda A. Lavid’s Chronicles of a Wandering Mind series: Weaving Metaphors, Kindling Magic, and Interpreting Strangers. Across these works, readers are invited to reimagine daily life as a field of possibility—where the smallest details and oddest encounters spark meaning, transformation, and delight. Weaving Metaphors explores how unexpected pairings—cribs and books, feathers and apples, grief and pie—become portals to reflection, journaling, and healing. Kindling Magic reveals a playful path into everyday enchantment, where ...

In the tradition of A Whole New Mind and The War of Art, graffiti artist and corporate thought leader Erik Wahl explores the power of creativity to achieve superior performance. Somehow we've come to believe that creativity is reserved for the chosen few: the poets, the painters, the writers. The truth is creativity is in all of us and re-discovering it is the key to unlocking your fullest potential.

Dive deep into the shadowed realm of The Moon with JD Arden’s The Moon: Mystery & Imagination, the nineteenth installment in the Cards of Fate series. This isn’t your typical tarot guide. Arden cuts through the fog of cliché and superstition to reveal the raw, archetypal power of The Moon card—where mystery ignites imagination and the unconscious stirs beneath the surface. Here, The Moon unfolds as a portal to the unknown, a symbol both haunting and creative. Arden’s prose is sharp and insightful, dissecting ancient symbolism and weaving it into modern life lessons that challenge ...

Peter Frankopan, number one best-selling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the East married the West with a remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads.