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Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 01:17:34 +0000

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 23:52:44 +0000

Inspired by the idea of ‘Pay it Forward,’ where good deeds create a chain, I thought of a fun twist — ‘Play it Forward.’ Picture getting a postcard with a creative prompt. You do the activity, add your t […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 23:28:51 +0000

Recruiting Students at CSM to attend our Focus Groups

In my Master’s program, I discovered the magic of research. As a designer, I’d always done it—like when creating Swatch watch packaging where you look i […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:37:10 +0000

As the Master’s program comes to a close, a bittersweet symphony of emotions envelops me—sadness for the end, yet happiness for the profound transformation I’ve undergone. My journey into understanding the d […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:09:40 +0000

Every day I encounter a new book targeted towards the same objective my research project has: To Reawaken Creativity.

They all have different techniques on how to achieve it. I will describe some and share […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:45:27 +0000

When developing and facilitating creative workshops and challenges it is important to establish trust and even as important lightness. I have found that playing games or sharing something unrelated sometimes […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 18:02:05 +0000

Following my participation in the Co-Creation Forum in Lanzarote, I found myself inspired to instigate a Creative Challenge within the vibrant community of Hesperides, a novel Online University that opened its […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 16:14:59 +0000

Throughout this process I have filled out over 22 notebooks with reflections, insights, drawings and much more. This is from workshops, classes, interventions, tutorials, conversations, interviews, and much more.

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 23:28:58 +0000

In the online Creative Club from Hesperides University I am facilitating, I send a weekly activity for the group to do. This was one of the most popular.

Pareidolia: anything that resembles a face, […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 12:39:48 +0000

In the initial stages of my project, I believed my stakeholders were those who identified as non-creative, resistant to breaking rules, and steadfast in the belief that there’s only one right answer or way of […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 12:08:56 +0000

Inspired by the CoCreation Forum I attended in September, as well as the Six Thinking Hats by Edward de Bono, along with results from the 21 day Creativity challenge I decided to create a Study Group.

I […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:48:14 +0000

On the third day of our study group I guided the team into facilitating “mode” by starting with a fun improv game, Story Swaps. We started with a true story by on of the members, when i clapped the next person […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:59:02 +0000

A THEORETICAL REVIEW OF CREATIVITY BASED ON AGE.by Karen Johanna González Restrepo, Cristian Camilo Arias-Castro2 y Verónica López-Fernández3

Why Idle Moments are crucial for creativity. BBC Wor […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:44:42 +0000

By Edward de Bono.

Edrawmind template

Inspired by the innovative thinking model developed by Edward de Bono, known as the ‘Six Thinking Hats,’ my Creative Study Workshops take a unique approach to […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:31:17 +0000

After my second intervention of 140 people I wanted to test out a small in person group. I had gone to the CoCreation Forum in Lanzarote on the weekend of the 27th. I had loved it and learned so much from […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:50:08 +0000

Creativity: Explore the essence of your being: your creativity, your intuition, your happiness.By: painting, dancing, creating, expressing, interpreting, imagining, inventing. Every Sunday….

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:53:26 +0000

Collaborative work done in the workshop

My first Workshop was with UAL students from MAAI. All female. It brought 6 students together. Chinese, Mexican, Vietnamese and Venezuelan. I was a bit nervous at first. […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:42:42 +0000

My stakeholders started being adults that considered themselves non- creative. I initially thought people like me – that consider themselves creatives – would not need to “reawaken” their creativity. I was […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:22:29 +0000

From Survey conducted in July 2023 or attendees of 21 day Creativity Challenge.

I don’t know how to drawYou don’t have original ideasThat does not workYou are not good a thisYou have no experience in this We […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:11:10 +0000

Answers from survey from participants of 21 day Creativity Challenge…July 2023

Creativity is the use of imagination or original ideas to create something newCreativity is for artists.; I need to be creative […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:45:53 +0000

Being lost in the subwayChanging the way I am presenting my ideas for my MA projectToday. Looking for was to raise funds for my businessI use it every day, particularly through my tarot cards. Every day I pull a […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:29:08 +0000

Day 1

BREATHE in and out, move, shake, stretch.Let’s close our eyes and imagine our project as if it was a gift box. Think of what color your box has, what shape, what size. Open the box and think of w […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:13:37 +0000

I decided to do an in person Workshop. I had trouble choosing who to do the workshop for. I debated to do an open call to any student at CSM, or parents from my kid’s school, or from people that had […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 08:16:30 +0000

“You dance love, and you dance joy, and you dance dreams.”– Gene Kelly

In a study conducted by Rhode Island College, scientists found that small amounts of exercise can boost creative potential both durin […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 14:11:45 +0000

This past weekend I attended a Co- Creation Forum in the Canary Islands. It was organiced by Universidad de Hesperides and Rising Tide Foundation. It was an experience to remember. I experienced improvisation […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site Creativity Unpacked

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 09:17:57 +0000

After months of delving into this subject, I find myself truly fascinated by the wealth of studies in this area. Across the globe, there are dedicated individuals exploring how to think differently, tackle […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 15:03:16 +0000

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:45:53 +0000

Roger Von Oech has been a Creative consultant for large and small companies as well as individuals. This edition is the 25th year edition of this book. Creative thinking is a vital survival skill in this […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:25:01 +0000

I am attaching my presentation slides and the script I wrote for the presentation to share (in five minutes) what I did for over three months. Enjoy!

Today, I’m excited to share with you a glimpse into my […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:55:12 +0000

As you enter it reads:

“The Detour exhibition is an exceptional gathering of works on a Moleskine notebook created by artists, architects, film directors, graphic designers, musicians, illustrators and […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:54:31 +0000

As I was doing the 21 day challenge I felt the need to have more contact with participants in a relaxed setting. I wanted to see how people react to an “impromptu” set of creative challenges. If this affected […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:30:50 +0000

During the 21 day Creativity challenge I received over 100 emails from participants telling me about their creativity. I also received calls, DMs, IG posts that tagged me. These are some of the things people […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:45:29 +0000

Over the last 6 months I have been inspired for this project by many exhibits, plays, musicals, artworks, etc. I now attend or visit these events thinking – what is the intervention? what is the change they want […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 21:08:42 +0000

Research MethodologyMixed research methodology based on grounded theory.

Action researchQualitativeQuestionnairesInterviews Interventionslongitudinal research that involved several contacts with s […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 16:29:21 +0000

The Phenomenon of “Magic: The gathering,” How analytical People Can Become”Creative”People, Finding the Third Right Answer, and How to Escape Your Need for Control.

I was hesitant to listen to this podcast […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 15:07:47 +0000

The Tim Ferris Show- Justin Gary- Taking the road less travelled

Hidden Brain:- Slow Down 2.0- How your beliefs shape reality- Overcoming stage fright- How to open your mind- Humor us

The […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 00:24:46 +0000

“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have” Maya Angelou

Awestruck – Jonah Paquette

Decisive – Chip and Dan Heath

The Power of Moments – Chip and Dan Heath

Made to Stick – […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 16:33:53 +0000

Karen Maeyens. Design Director in Educational Experience at Universidad de las Hespérides. Link to Interview notes.

April Stout. Program Director | Adult Education Expert | Educational Leader and Coach. Link […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:53:07 +0000

Day 21

We started with a stretch and we end with a dance….

“You dance love, and you dance joy, and you dance dreams.”– Gene Kelly

Set a Timer for 5 minutesTurn on your favorite dance song. […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 12:50:51 +0000

Day 20

“A creative life is an amplified life. It’s a bigger life, a happier life, an expanded life, and a hell of a lot more interesting life” – Elizabeth Gilbert

Set an Unrealistic Goal for you […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:16:28 +0000

“It’s not where you take things from, it’s where you take them to.” Jean-Luc Godard

Read poemMY SELF-PORTRAIT

I’m 12 years oldand I wear glasses and don’ttalk to nobody.I’m 5 foot 3 and I weigh 90 poun […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 13:57:40 +0000

“Daydream, imagine, and reflect. It’s the source of infinite creativity.” Deepak Chopra

A break from your phone, computer, all electronics.

Don’t take your phone to a place you usually take it. (the b […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 22:30:30 +0000

Day 16

““We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” ~ George Bernard Shaw

Find a piece of paper and a pencil or pen.Look at yourself in the mirrorSet your 5 minut […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 22:30:19 +0000

“There is no innovation and creativity without failure.” – Brené Brown

Write down one or two questions you have about today or tomorrow. (like “Should I go to the gym?’ or “Could I start that new project? […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 22:32:19 +0000

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:51:28 +0000

Day 15″You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” – Maya Angelou

Answer any or all of these questions today.

What would happen if……everybody wore the same cloth […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:47:57 +0000

Day 14“If you get in the habit of your life being fun, if you move through life believing it’s supposed to be that way, you’ll notice when it’s not.” Humor Seriously -Jen Arker, Naomi Bagdonas […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 22:33:14 +0000

Day 13″Fear is not a problem; allowing yourself to be consumed by it is.” Patricia Ryan Madson

Today…. Talk to a stranger.

Connections with human beings make us more creative, believe it or n […]

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 21:03:14 +0000

Carolina Rodriguez Baptista wrote a new post on the site How can we reawaken creativity when it declines as we grow into adults?

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 23:17:15 +0000

Day 12″I’ve learned so much from my mistakes, I’m thinking of making a few more.” Anonymous

Come up with at least 20 things you’ve never done before, that you’ve never really thought about doing.

This […]