Book 2: A Whole New Mind
This is an EXCELLENT book. It took me longer than I intended to read it because it is packed with so many great principles and activities. I have been comparing it to the things I have been learning in my class about learning and the brain and Daniel Pink really brings the science to life in very interesting and practical ways. I really enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it to anyone who creates curriculum. There are a ton of ideas that I will be using for my grad project to help students develop both L-brain and R-brain thinking.
1. What lessons can you learn from this book about creativity and innovation?
Yin needs yang and a WHOLE new mind using both the left and right brain yields the best in creativity in innovation. Pink asserts also that Design, Story, Symphony, Empathy, Play and Meaning are the six senses of "Whole" mind thinking. I see applications in course/curriculum development for all six as a teacher and as a student. This book has motivated me to be more creative in my approach to learning and rememebring what I've learned. Very helpful!
2. Give an example of how creativity or innovation occurred in this book.
The application sections with 3-5 pages of exercises, websites, and activities to put what Pink is teaching immediately into action are awesome. I am planning to use some of them in the course I am teaching next semester. I also like this teaching style that allows creativity in the application of the principles taught. No two student assignments would look the same using these type of practice or testing activities. Everyone could express their unique ideas and thoughts.
3. How does thinking with a whole new mind contribute to happiness? How are creativity and innovation related to happiness?
The last section of the book is about Meaning. I believe that everyone is searching for meaning and that learning to discover who you are, where you fit in and how you can best contribute are key principles in discovering meaning. Pink quotes the Dali Lama who said "I believe the very purpose of our life is happiness." I agree with this but would caution those who believe happiness is found in material possessions, fame or notieriety. I believe that spirtuality, faith and prayer are essential to happiness because they connect us to God, the Father of the universe, who is perfectly able to create and innovate. He will show us how to find meaning and happiness in our lives if we ask. He will teach us about who we really are. Creativity and innovation are full expressions of who we really are. They extend to more in our lives than the ability to solve problems and create new business ideas. Being involved in the innovation process changes me as I participate in the exciting discovery process because it teaches me about my unlimited potential to grow, change, excel and contribute. These feelings contribute greatly to my ability to find and maintain a feeling of meaning in my life regardless of my life circumstances. In the meaning section, one of the activities Pink suggests is to show gratitude by participating in a gratitude visit. I have done something similar to this with my parents and it was a powerful experience that increased the meaning in my life. I would not be where I am or have been able to accomplish all that I have without the support and generous help of my parents. I am forever grateful that they have taught me and continue to support my efforts to succeed. Creativity and innovation are open-minded and hopeful ways of thinking that lead us to happiness when we allow faith rather than fear to ensue within us and lead us along to great discovery and the ability to make a difference. Every person can happily make a difference and I think creativity and innovation that invoke spiritual meaning in life are foundational elements for happiness and peace in life.
1. What lessons can you learn from this book about creativity and innovation?
Yin needs yang and a WHOLE new mind using both the left and right brain yields the best in creativity in innovation. Pink asserts also that Design, Story, Symphony, Empathy, Play and Meaning are the six senses of "Whole" mind thinking. I see applications in course/curriculum development for all six as a teacher and as a student. This book has motivated me to be more creative in my approach to learning and rememebring what I've learned. Very helpful!
2. Give an example of how creativity or innovation occurred in this book.
The application sections with 3-5 pages of exercises, websites, and activities to put what Pink is teaching immediately into action are awesome. I am planning to use some of them in the course I am teaching next semester. I also like this teaching style that allows creativity in the application of the principles taught. No two student assignments would look the same using these type of practice or testing activities. Everyone could express their unique ideas and thoughts.
3. How does thinking with a whole new mind contribute to happiness? How are creativity and innovation related to happiness?
The last section of the book is about Meaning. I believe that everyone is searching for meaning and that learning to discover who you are, where you fit in and how you can best contribute are key principles in discovering meaning. Pink quotes the Dali Lama who said "I believe the very purpose of our life is happiness." I agree with this but would caution those who believe happiness is found in material possessions, fame or notieriety. I believe that spirtuality, faith and prayer are essential to happiness because they connect us to God, the Father of the universe, who is perfectly able to create and innovate. He will show us how to find meaning and happiness in our lives if we ask. He will teach us about who we really are. Creativity and innovation are full expressions of who we really are. They extend to more in our lives than the ability to solve problems and create new business ideas. Being involved in the innovation process changes me as I participate in the exciting discovery process because it teaches me about my unlimited potential to grow, change, excel and contribute. These feelings contribute greatly to my ability to find and maintain a feeling of meaning in my life regardless of my life circumstances. In the meaning section, one of the activities Pink suggests is to show gratitude by participating in a gratitude visit. I have done something similar to this with my parents and it was a powerful experience that increased the meaning in my life. I would not be where I am or have been able to accomplish all that I have without the support and generous help of my parents. I am forever grateful that they have taught me and continue to support my efforts to succeed. Creativity and innovation are open-minded and hopeful ways of thinking that lead us to happiness when we allow faith rather than fear to ensue within us and lead us along to great discovery and the ability to make a difference. Every person can happily make a difference and I think creativity and innovation that invoke spiritual meaning in life are foundational elements for happiness and peace in life.
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