59 Creative Thinking Tips - Be More Creative

Everyone could use a little creativity boosting every now and then. The following tips are simple ways to bring out your creative side.

1. Doodle more. When you're on hold on the phone, sitting at your desk, anywhere, just doodle.
2. Relax. Clear your mind of all your worries.
3. Experiment. Don't be afraid to try out your ideas.
4. Take a walk. You'd be surprised how creative you can be on a stroll.
5. Don't be afraid. Be reckless in your thoughts. Many great ideas have come from seemingly small ones.
6. Change something. Change the time you get up, your route to work, your brand of coffee.
7. Exercise. Exercising your body will help your body and your brain.

8. Daydream. Sometimes it's not a bad thing to let your mind wander.
9. Have intelligent conversation. Chat with other like-minded folks.
10. Carry a pencil. You never know when you might come up with an idea.
11. Laugh more. Stress less.
12. Look at adverts. For ideas, ways to improve them, and inspiration.
13. Express yourself. Don't worry about what other people think.
14. Play with toys. Go to the store and peruse the toy section.
15. Listen to music. All different kinds, let the music inspire you.
16. Get more sleep. Your brain needs a rest to be at its best.
17. Keep a journal. Write down your thoughts, feelings and ideas.
18. Have a cuppa. To give you a boost and spark your creativity.
19. Write. Writing will get your creative juices flowing
20. Take risks. And be comfortable doing it.
21. Get out of the house. Fresh air and a change of scenery will do wonders.
22. Do a jig. Blood flow is important, especially for brain function.
23. Eat breakfast. Try to include a bit of protein in there, too.
24. Have a bath. Clear your mind.
25. Think positive. Believe in yourself.
26. Read a book. Expand your knowledge.
27. Tell a story. Start from scratch and see where your imagination goes.
28. Collaborate. Don't be a loner - share your thoughts.
29. Throw a theme party. Planning the details will get your imagination moving.
30. Listen to a new band. Something you wouldn't normally listen to is best.
31. Meditate. Find somewhere quite and spend some time just breathing.
32. Start a dream journal. Your dreams can be crazy, but definitely creative.
33. Play with clay. Make a bird, an elephant, a shoe; it all stimulates creativity.
34. Take a class. Any class. Learning something new will boost your brain.
35. Make a collage. Get a magazine, cut up interesting pictures, and make some art.
36. Smell stuff. Take a whiff of some essential oils, flowers, or food.
37. Write a poem. Use juicy words, be adventerous.
38. Plant a garden. Play in the dirt.
39. Redecorate. Choose a room in your house and make a change.
40. Play with your kids (or someone else's kids). If that doesn't stretch your imagination, nothing will!
41. Visit art galleries. Make a day of it, and take your time.
42. Go to networking events. You'll be inspired by the variety of people and businesses.
43. Eat more chocolate. Chocolate is said to improve brain function, so go on, indulge!
44. Ask stupid questions. Then ask some more stupid questions.
45. People watch. Grab a cup of coffee at a cafe, sit outside, and take in your surroundings.
46. Choose to be more creative. The biggest piece of the creative thinking puzzle is deciding (and believing) you ARE creative.
47. Sleep on it. Make sure your "great" idea is still as good in the morning.
48. Trust yourself. Trust your instincts.
49. Wander through books. Go to a book store without any time limits.
50. Make a lunch date. With friends, co-workers, anyone, and dedicate your time to creative thinking.
51. Turn off the TV. Do something stimulating, not mind-numbing.
52. Walk in the rain. Get soaking wet and jump in puddles.
53. See a show. Theatre, dance, music, anything. The experience will excite your brain.
54. Listen. Concentrate on the small, usually unnoticeable sounds around you.
55. Write to someone. Not an email, not a text, but a real, tangible letter or card.
56. Brainstorm. Shoot out as many ideas as you can; the only rule: there are no stupid ideas.
57. Travel. Go somewhere new that makes you say "Wow".
58. Improve something. A recipe, your desk drawer organisation, anything.
59. Be curious. Look at things closely, ask questions, touch, feel, hear, smell, taste.