From Perfectionism to Play: Embracing Creativity with Melissa Dinwiddie | Creativity Boosters Episode 23

In this episode of Creativity Boosters engage with Melissa Dinwiddie, a creative catalyst, discussing the essence of creativity and innovation. They explore how societal structures, particularly education, can stifle creativity and the importance of play in fostering a creative mindset. Melissa shares her insights on overcoming perfectionism, the significance of self-compassion, and practical exercises to enhance creativity. The conversation emphasizes the interconnectedness of creativity across various domains and the necessity of empathetic communication in collaborative environments. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of embracing imperfection and the power of the yes-and mindset in driving innovation. Gift for Creativity Boosters and other links: A gift from Melissa (bit.ly/cbthankyou) Melissa Dinwiddy https://melissadinwiddy.com The Creative Sandbox https://melissadinwiddy.com/books Dr. Kristen Neff https://self-compassion.org LEGO Serious Play https://www.lego.com/en-us/seriousplay Timestamps (02:23) Defining Creativity and Innovation (05:16) Creativity as an Organizational Imperative (06:16) Creativity as a Birthright (13:23) Preserving Childhood Creativity (15:51) Education and Creative Expression (18:25) Structure as a Catalyst for Innovation (20:28) Self-Compassion and Creative Courage (28:50) Cultivating Continuous Self-Compassion (31:50) Creating the Impossible Framework (40:38) Communication and Collective Creativity (47:57) Decoding Creativity Scars (51:53) Silicon Valley's Creative Ecosystem (55:19) Improvisation as Creative Practice (57:55) Interconnected Creative Pursuits (01:00:18) Creative Invitations (01:03:06) Humanity's Most Transformative Invention (01:05:22) Creativity Jam: Guitar and Microphone (01:08:00) Action Against Creative Despair

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