Embrace uncertainty and ambiguity as fuel for creativity from "summary" of The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp,Mark Reiter
Uncertainty and ambiguity may seem like obstacles to creativity, but they can actually be powerful sources of inspiration. When we are faced with the unknown, we are forced to think outside the box, to explore new possibilities, and to challenge our assumptions. In a world where everything is predictable and certain, there is little room for innovation or originality. Creativity thrives on uncertainty because it forces us to take risks, to push ourselves beyond our comfort zones, and to embrace the unknown. When we are willing to step into the unknown, we open ourselves up to new ideas, new perspectives, and new ways of thinking. We become more receptive to the unexpected, more open to the unfamiliar, and more attuned to the possibilities that lie beyond our immediate grasp. Ambiguity, too, can be a powerful cataly...
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