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Where Do Ideas Come From? - The Hidden Dimension of Creative Thinking (Paperback, New)
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Where Do Ideas Come From? - The Hidden Dimension of Creative Thinking (Paperback, New)
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What, essentially, is an "inventive step" or an "original
invention"? Is it possible for people to create anything that is
truly new? After all, almost all of the ideas for inventions derive
from principles already present in nature. These questions came to
the author of this book-a professional inventor with more than
thirty patents-as he tried to discover the connections between his
work in science and technology and his increasing awareness of a
path of inner development. What he observed was a mutual
fertilization of ideas between these two distinct areas, one that
takes place naturally and unintentionally. The act of creating in
daily work caused him to become conscious of the activity of
creative thinking itself, and he began to see how ideas spring
forth and how they develop-from their first prototypical
application to their physical manifestations. As Itzhak Bar Yona
continued his "outer" work as an inventor, these questions and
observations began a new direction of research into the question
about the true source of creativity and invention. In the process,
he realized that he would not obtain answers by looking only at the
process of inventing itself or at the lives and methods of famous
inventors, but would need to develop his own inner ability to
observe his soul's faculties. To do this, he decided to use the
esoteric methods of G.I. Gurdjieff, Rudolf Steiner, and Sri
Aurobindo. This book, Where Do Ideas Come From, is the result of
the author's continuing inner search for the source of the
"inventive step" and the true nature of creativity. This book is
primarily for those interested in creativity, in all of its aspects
and applications. We find the human powers of creation in all areas
of human activity-art, technology, science, and social activity.
Proponents of modern education, however, prefer to focus on the
acquisition of knowledge and skills rather than nurturing
creativity, because most educators, scientists, and technologists
fail to understand the essence of the creative impulse and the
promise it holds. Where Do Ideas Come From probes the deep mystery
of human creative drive. Part one raises theoretical questions
about human creativity. Part two offers practical examples of the
inventor's professional world. Part three allows the reader into
the process of invention-how the inventor approaches problems and
arrives at creative solutions. This deeply insightful book is
recommended reading for anyone who is curious about or wishes to
develop the hidden dimension of creative thinking.
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