Creativity

The Psychology of Discovery and Invention

by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

"Creativity" (1996) dives into the world of innovative thinkers and their groundbreaking ideas. It uncovers common threads in creative people's backgrounds and explains what sets them apart in generating unique concepts.

About Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi teaches Psychology and Management at Claremont Graduate University's Drucker School of Management in Claremont, California. He's penned several books, including "Beyond Boredom and Anxiety," "The Evolving Self," and "Flow." His articles have graced the pages of Psychology Today, the New York Times, and the Washington Post.

Learn How to Tap into your creative wellspring and boost your innovative output.

Have you ever been in the zone, where ideas flow freely and every move feels spot-on? That's the creative sweet spot most innovators hit when they're doing their best work.

While you might recognize what creativity feels like, pinpointing its source is a whole different ball game.

This summary will shed light on the environment that sparks fresh ideas and concepts by exploring the lives and work of today's creatives. You'll discover why humanity's survival hinges on creativity and pick up tips to enhance your own creative flow daily.

In this summary, you'll also learn:

• why Florence was a hotbed of creativity in the 1400s;

• why many creative adults weren't child prodigies; and

• how your kitchen table might just be the perfect spot to spark your creativity.