Insanity is doing the same thing, the same way, over and over, while expecting different results. We’ve all heard this saying and often apply its wisdom to reasons to change negative life habits. However, this statement can also be applied to the creative process and scientific innovation.
World Creativity and Innovation Day provides people with an excuse to try to solve old problems in new ways–with the potential of finding better and more effective methods to accomplish our goals!
No more hum-drum day-to-day sameness. Instead, it is time to open that creative center, no matter how far inside the mind it has been buried, and try to be part of making the world a better place!
History of World Creativity and Innovation Day
In 1452, a man was born who would set the standard for what it meant to be a Renaissance man, excelling in both the arts and the sciences. He was involved with Invention, Mathematics, Music, Geology, Astronomy, Cartography, just to name a few. In just about anything he turned his mind or hand to, Leonardo da Vinci made significant advances.
In fact, this man was seen as the utterly perfect example of a universal genius, and his logical approach to the world was truly advanced and unusual for his time. And although he was admittedly unique, that doesn’t mean others can’t take a cue from him and try to think in innovative ways as well.
World Creativity and Innovation Day was established to encourage everyone to dig deep and find their own inner da Vinci.
Creativity and innovation are beneficial in every walk of life, occupation and career. From those in customer service finding ways to improve their customers’ experiences to scientists whose every workday is filled with learning new things about the world and finding new ways to apply it. From politicians who could use their creativity to find new ways to solve problems and aid the public to medical workers who can seek out new ways of doing things that will protect their patients as well as society.
With efforts supported by the United Nations, World Creativity and Innovation Day encourages every individual to imagine what it would be like to live in a better world with different solutions and more cooperation.
How to Celebrate World Creativity and Innovation Day
Try out these ideas for celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day. Or, better yet, come up with your own creative ideas!
Generate Ideas That Solve Problems
Start the day out by brainstorming, sit down and think of all the things you do during the day and how you might change them for the better. Instead of being annoyed by them, find motivation through the broken (or at least, less-than-perfect) things that are found all around.
Throughout the day, keep a notepad handy and pay attention to ideas that occur, whether they are for personal use, or ways that other people can do things better.
Look at the World Differently
Sometimes, creativity and inspiration come from doing things a little differently than usual. Sit in a different place at the usual restaurant or, better yet, take a picnic lunch and sit outside. Try climbing a tree and looking at the world from above for a few minutes!
Simply doing something small, like taking a different route to work, can change the way a person thinks or responds to problems. Try biking instead of driving to work. Using public transportation. Or walking when the weather permits. Just these little changes can cause people to change perspectives.
Wait? Maybe it comes to mind that public transportation isn’t an option. Why not? Because it isn’t accessible in this community? Well, perhaps that is the first problem that needs to be noticed, creatively looked at, advocated for and solved!
Meet with Different People
In the same way that doing something differently can bring about ideas, collaboration with others who think differently than ourselves can help to foster ideas. Find a group to gather with that is outside of the typical type of people in life.
- Join a book club at the library and discuss a book that might not normally be on the top of your reading list. Be sure to be an avid listener.
- Become part of a community effort that is outside the typical charity involvement for you and learn why this effort is so important to them.
- Find cultural events advertised in the local newspaper or online. Join in and learn more by giving compliments, showing interest and asking questions.
- Take a local community education class. These might be advertised at the library or on a community website. This not only helps to learn a new skill, craft or hobby but allows for getting to know people who are outside of the groups you might ordinarily meet with.
Share Innovative Ideas
Got an idea for your local town or municipality? Send the suggestion to them and let them know how it could benefit others in the community.
Got a new idea for the employer or workplace? Inform a supervisor or boss and see what they have to say about implementing these creative solutions.
Got a new plan for your own personal life? Set it in motion and see where that creativity can go.
Visit a New Culture
Sometimes, innovation and creativity come from seeing something from across the world that could be done better in our little corner. Learning about the way different people groups and cultures across the globe do things can help not only foster respect for others but also generate incredible ideas. Whether just “visiting” by watching a documentary or actually going to a new place, this will help to promote creativity and innovation.
World Creativity and Innovation Day could be the day that can set the world on a whole new path!
thanks, Michele, Picture Coordinator
JOKE OF THE DAY thanks, Michele
lots of these to share and STILL have plenty for the bees
WORD OF THE DAY
cosplay
Cosplaying as Kiki from Kiki’s Delivery Service
MEANING:noun: 1. The act or practice of dressing up as a character from a work of fiction, such as a comic book, video game, film, etc. 2. The act of, or an instance of, pretending to be someone in a deceptive manner. verb tr.: 1. To dress up as a fictional character in cosplay. 2. To pretend to be someone in a deceptive manner. verb intr.: To take part in cosplay.
ETYMOLOGY:English words costume + play were borrowed into Japanese as kosuchūmupurē in 1983. Eventually, the term became shortened to kosupure. Then it was borrowed back into English as cosplay in 1993.
USAGE:“[Putin] has been photographed riding horseback, shirtless. He has posed riding a motorcycle and doing judo and going spear fishing (again shirtless). In televised hockey exhibitions with government officials, he shoots goal after goal on an opposing team that puts up flimsy defense. All this biceps-kissing, pump-you-up cosplay moved not only his domestic admirers but also some American conservatives.”
James Poniewozik; Zelensky Once Played President for Laughs. But Now It’s for Keeps; The New York Times; Mar 10, 2022.
“I was excited to see [Tiana, a Disney princess], and I’ve even cosplayed her, but... why did it take so long to get a black Disney princess?”
Briana Lawrence; At Face Value; Uncanny Magazine; May/June 2018.
| noun: | 1. The act or practice of dressing up as a character from a work of fiction, such as a comic book, video game, film, etc. |
| 2. The act of, or an instance of, pretending to be someone in a deceptive manner. | |
| verb tr.: | 1. To dress up as a fictional character in cosplay. |
| 2. To pretend to be someone in a deceptive manner. | |
| verb intr.: | To take part in cosplay. |
James Poniewozik; Zelensky Once Played President for Laughs. But Now It’s for Keeps; The New York Times; Mar 10, 2022.
“I was excited to see [Tiana, a Disney princess], and I’ve even cosplayed her, but... why did it take so long to get a black Disney princess?”
Briana Lawrence; At Face Value; Uncanny Magazine; May/June 2018.
someone did not get the memo
IDIOM OF THE DAYWhat does 'burn the midnight oil' mean?
Meaning: If you stay up very late working or studying, you burn the midnight oil.
because "there's always tomorrow".....
thanks, Patsy
(Not So) TOTALLY USELESS FACTS OF THE DAY
“Ubiquitous Gaze” is an art technique used by artists when creating/drawing/painting a portrait. This technique makes it look like the subject is looking at you, no matter what angle you are viewing the artwork.
Who is Hilmar Moore? He is the longest serving mayor of a United States city. He was the mayor of Richmond, Texas from September 22, 1949 until December 4, 2012, the day he passed away.
In 2010, Japanese researchers came out with a smoke alarm specifically for the hearing impaired. When triggered, or activated, the alarm would release a wasabi scented mist (technically speaking the chemical compound allyl isothiocyanate) that would let people know there is smoke.
what is in your freezer???YOUR CALL by Sylvia, CAN DO Correspondent
watch where you like that camera!!!
PATTERN BOOK FRIDAY 
Beginners Bookazine 2222 (Sampler)
peek!
such a big shortage of workers everywhere
PICTURES OF THE DAY
Urban agriculture, urban farming, or urban gardening is the
practice of cultivating, processing, and distributing food in or
around urban areas. Urban agriculture can reflect varying levels
of economic and social development. It may be a social movement
for sustainable communities, where organic growers, "foodies", and
"locavores" form social networks founded on a shared ethos of nature
and community holism. For others, food security, nutrition, and income
generation are key motivations for the practice. In both scenarios,
more direct access to fresh vegetables, fruits, and meat products
through urban agriculture can improve food security and food safety.
This photograph depicts urban agriculture in the form of a roof garden
at Essex Crossing in Manhattan, New York City. Among the plants
grown are tomatoes, chili peppers, lettuce, herbs, carrots and beetroots.
Urban agriculture, urban farming, or urban gardening is the practice of cultivating, processing, and distributing food in or around urban areas. Urban agriculture can reflect varying levels of economic and social development. It may be a social movement for sustainable communities, where organic growers, "foodies", and "locavores" form social networks founded on a shared ethos of nature and community holism. For others, food security, nutrition, and income generation are key motivations for the practice. In both scenarios, more direct access to fresh vegetables, fruits, and meat products through urban agriculture can improve food security and food safety. This photograph depicts urban agriculture in the form of a roof garden at Essex Crossing in Manhattan, New York City. Among the plants grown are tomatoes, chili peppers, lettuce, herbs, carrots and beetroots. |
‘I’m Kidding’
Forget about the Swan Lake Opera!
knitthanks, Heide
knit thanks, Paige
knit
knit
knit
KNIT PATTERNS OF THE DAY thanks, Valerie, Canadian Correspondent
knit
knit
KNIT PATTERNS OF THE DAY
crochet
thanks, Ava
Ripple Wrap Cardigan
crochet
PANTRY RECIPE thanks, Debbie
CROCKPOT RECIPE thanks, Patsy
Both vegetarian and vegan diets may provide health benefits, including reduced body weight, lower cholesterol levels, and decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, it is important for vegetarians and vegans to ensure that they are meeting all of their nutritional requirements.
SWEETS RECIPE thanks, Abby
Strawberry Jello Salad Dessert
COOKBOOK FRIDAY
ADULT COLORING
PUZZLE
WORD SEARCH
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SUDOKU .. easy
solution:
What Ran On Your Mind On Our First Kiss?
QUOTE
Here’s an easy way to tear tape and get a starting edge at the same time. Simply fold the tape under at a 90-degree angle to the roll. Then, with a snapping motion, pull the tape against the edge of the roll. The tape tears, leaving a triangular starting tab. This won’t work with plastic tapes; those must be cut.
OPTICAL ILLUSION
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