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HOLISTIC CREATIVITY
Prepared by
D.V.MOHANRAJA MBA(2012-2014) Department of Business Administration
Annamalai university
WHAT IS MEAN BY HOLISTIC CREATIVITY ?
Holistic- All encompassing view
based on the knowledge of the
nature, functions, and properties of
the components, their interactions,
and their relationship to the whole.
TAMIL-ஒருமுகப்படுத்தப்பட்ட
CREATIVITY-
Mental characteristic that allows
a person to think outside of the box,
which results in innovative or different
approaches to a particular task. "Amy's
creativity is the main factor that landed
her the job at the design firm."
TAMIL-
படைப்பாற்றல், புத்தாக்கம்,
MEANING OF HOLISTIC CREATIVITY?
Holistic creativity means value added creativity
When we approach any creative task of whatever size, then realize that we are the Universe in the process of making temporary legends that might influence others and society.
Consider the type and quality of your creative output.
set goal.
organize/prepare.
start session.
Time/energy/activity.
Achieve goal.
End session.
HOW TO DEVELOP THE HOLISTIC
CREATIVITY?
JUST SIMPLE
PRACTICE YOGA AND MEDITATION
“The regular deliberate
and determined practice
of meditation and yoga
makes the catalysis for
Holistic creativity”.
Creativity is like the breaking waves at the
ocean’s surf. The surfer waits for the right wave
and when it materializes, the surfer latches on,
riding its crest until the destination. When the
big wave of creativity comes in with a rush of
ideas, yoga can give you the skill to surf. Grab
these yoga-inspired ideas like a surfer’s gear and
get ready for your next big creative wave.
Start the day with yoga
Dawn marks a new day’s creation.
Morning is a great time to start the day with a
quiet hour of yoga and meditation has shown to
reduce stress and calm anxiety over time, helping
the mind relax naturally into creativity. After
morning yoga practice, the day ahead is like a
fresh canvas to paint on. At the end of your yoga
session, take a journal with you and write down
any creative ideas that come up.
Make your own creative yoga space
Yoga and creativity can meld together for
an inspiring environment at work and home. To
make your space for yoga ready, gather some
recorded guided meditations, a favorite chair to
sit on, a yoga mat, and some pillows. Now, to add
creativity, place some art supplies or musical
instruments near your yoga space. Allow yourself
at least 15 minutes a day to write, draw or play
music in your own “creative yoga corner”.
Forming friendships with creativity and meditation
To catch the biggest waves, a surferhas to learn how to dive into deep waters. Whenyou are ready for more than surfing on thewaves, dive into your creativity. Take thechallenge to learn more about an interestingsport, or an old love of art. Join a workshop.Couple this with a meditation practice, and youcan find yourself picking up new skills andpossibly uncovering hidden talents you didn’tknow you had. Here’s a tip: Sit for meditationjust before your creative class, then start yourcreative work for best results.
Be inspired by nature
Sometimes in the afternoon, I find my
creative well starts running dry. That means it’s
time for a nature walk. There’s a walking path
nearby that meanders into fields of dense brush –
great for taking in deep breaths of air and
creative ideas. When I get there, I find a favorite
place to sit and watch nature. What flowers are
growing there? What birds’ songs do I hear? At
least ten to 15 minutes of observing nature
revives up my mind with a fresh new creative
start.
Meditate through the day
A surf rider’s day isn’t complete
without a few memorable moments on the waves.
In between each new wave is the silent, quiet
wait. The surfer has a chance to gather energy
and notice the surrounding scenery. In the
middle of the day, a meditation works like the
ebbing ocean wave.
Your chattering mind gently drops
back into its quiet source. When your mind feels
overwhelmed and no creative thoughts are
materializing, a 10-20 minute meditation can
calm the mind so new ideas can naturally
surface. Before lunch, or at the end of the day,
meditation can help you feel rejuvenated and
ready for your next creative task.
Finding your flow with yoga
The surfer grabs the ultimate wave. A
tunnel of water spirals forward, almost threatening to
circle around him. No problem - the surfer has found
the flow and sails right through to the other side. A
good flow of ideas is effortless like breathing. Here is
one yoga breath exercise to help you find your flow.
Sit quietly with eyes closed. Slowly, take a deep
breath in. Breathe out slowly. As you breathe, notice
the flow of your breath. Does it seem to shake, or is it
slow and steady? Do you find that you stop in between
to take a bigger gulp of air to complete the breath?
Continue breathing slowly and deeply for ten breaths.
Now, take out your journal. On the
page, write down a central theme and circle it.
For the next few minutes, keep writing down any
thoughts that come to you relating to your
central theme. Circle each new word and draw a
connecting line to the main word. When your
mind comes to a natural stop, you have
completed the exercise
Yoga helps you do what you love
Practicing yoga, we gradually build
more awareness about our own creativity. We can
move toward doing more of what we love. Yoga
and meditation help focus the mind. With a more
focused, calm mind, we can move more directly
toward what we really want, toward the deep
yearning of the soul, kind of like the tunnel
opening at the end of the ultimate wave.
By Marilyn Galan
PRESENTATION BY
D.V.MOHANRAJA