The Power of Thinking Differently: An imaginative guide to creativity, change, and the discovery of new ideas.

by Javy W. Galindo

Book Overview

Are you looking for new perspectives, creative ideas, or a deeper sense of meaning? Discover an enchanted new world of creative possibilities by harnessing "The Power of Thinking Differently: An... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0984223932
• ISBN13: 9780984223930
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Hyena Press
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

A solid and highly recommended read for those who want to best understand how to put their mind to w

Creative thinking is an ability that needs to be utilized in so many careers. "The Power of Thinking Differently: An Imaginative Guide to Creativity, Change, & The Discovery of New Ideas" discusses creative thinking and encourages readers to overcome the barriers to creative thinking and gain a better sense of humor, which Javy Galindo writes are keys to the creative thinking process. With chapters on brainstorming in groups, "The Power of Thinking Differently" is a solid and highly recommended read for those who want to best understand how to put their mind to work.

Great book.

Great book, both for content & entertainment value. A 'must read' for all employers & employees at all levels. As a small businessman in the food industry for 3 decades, creativity & fostering its atmosphere brings about multiple but channelled energies that bring about efficiencies in purchasing, production, quality control, marketing and most of all- new products. The President & his boys in congress ought to be reading this book amidst the health insurance issues that face our great country. -Boycie Javier Houston, Texas

GREAT BOOK

Coming out of undergrad with an accounting degree, I always saw things black and white. I recommend this book for those looking for an easy and entertaining read that will help your creative and innovative thinking.

A Brand New World!

Wow! I had been stuck for so long thinking the world worked a certain way. I was in a job that I didn't love, trying to attain money and status, and was living a life that was devoid of any spark, or meaning. I just thought that's how life was supposed to be. Fortunately, somebody introduced me to this book. What I found out is that the world is always more than I think it is. There is more to life then the rat race or the accumulation of wealth. The Power of Thinking Differently showed me how I was programmed by conventional wisdom to experience the world a certain way, but that I biologically had the ability to see the world differently; beyond groupthink and common sensibilities. I use to think creativity and creative thinking was only for artists or entrepreneurs. Instead, it turns out that the same creative faculties used for artistic expression, innovation, and insight are also the same faculties that will enable us to see new possibilities and meaning in life. The book goes into detail giving an explanation on how we get stuck in thought patterns and habitual behaviors, and provides some enlightening examples about how this works and the mental distress this causes. Then, the author describes the science and psychology of the creative process to show us the path to breaking free of these habits of thought and behavior. Every chapter blew me away with some insight into how the human brain operates. I never thought of myself as being a creative person, but this book convinced me that I was born as one. At first, when I was given the book, I thought it would either be some self-help babble or some really dense, dry psychology book. Man was I wrong. It explains some complex, mind blowing concepts in an easy to understand way, and does it with lots of humor. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to live a more interesting, meaningful, and inspired life! Here are some other similar books I've enjoyed recently: A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking Outliers: The Story of Success Creativity: Flow and the Psychology of Discovery and Invention Thinkertoys: A Handbook of Creative-Thinking Techniques (2nd Edition) The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment The Artist's Way The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life Lateral Thinking: Creativity Step by Step (Perennial Library) The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything

Life Changing

I work in the medical field and love taking care of others. Recently I've decided to go back to school to pursue a higher degree but have been in conflict with balancing work and school. Having been out of college for several years, school work seems more challenging than I remember. I was having doubts regarding whether or not my goal was attainable when I decided to attend one of the author's workshops. The workshop was great so I bought the book and it has completely changed the way I look at problems I encounter. It taught me how to reframe the obstacles I encounter in school, work and in life! The author changed my whole perspective! I definitely recommend this book to others who feel like they're not living the life they have always envisioned for themselves