Creativity is not about finding something completely new. It is about taking what we already have and using it in new and unexpected ways. This is what makes human creativity so powerful and adaptable. While setting up a therapeutic arts and crafts studio back in the early 2000’s, it became clear to me thatContinueContinue reading “Human creativity is not a spontaneous act! “
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The Diamond Model – creativity and social inclusion.
Approximately 10 years ago Gabriel Eichsteller and Sylvia Holthoff developed the theory of the Diamond Model. This model has within this short time already become one of the most powerful concepts in social pedagogical practice. What is the Diamond Model? The Diamond Model is a framework for understanding and promoting personal and social development, particularly inContinueContinue reading “The Diamond Model – creativity and social inclusion. “
How do you promote creativity?
A 10 step guide. Promoting other people’s creativity involves developing an environment that encourages and nurtures freedom, comfort and innovative thinking. By consciously incorporating the strategies below, you can foster a more creative environment in various settings, being it at work, in education, or in everyday life. Here are 10 steps to help you doContinueContinue reading “How do you promote creativity? “
Keep the rhythm – it’s good for you!
The concept of rhythm derives from Greek (ῥυθμός), rhythmos, meaning “any regular recurring motion, symmetry” Conscious awareness of rhythm plays a significant role in expressive arts, such as music, dance, and visual arts. It can convey emotions, create a sense of movement, and add structure to artistic expressions. In music, rhythm is fundamental to creatingContinueContinue reading “Keep the rhythm – it’s good for you!”
The Common Third.
The Common Third is the concept of using an activity to strengthen the relationship between yourself and another person or group. The Common Third empowers us, as practitioners, to create the possibility for engaging in activities where everyone can develop new skills and recognize personal development. What makes the Common Third particularly important is thatContinueContinue reading “The Common Third. “
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