Comments on: The 8 Types of Creative Intelligence

By: Robyn McMaster

Robyn McMaster — Thu, 06 May 2010 17:10:01 +0000

Indeed, how fortunate we are to be alive and creative, Norma. I enjoy approaching creative pursuits through possibilities of several intelligences since that gives me options to play with ideas.

The existential is indeed an dynamic part of our intelligences and Gardner decided that he did not have enough of the criteria he designated to name it as a separate intelligence. So it is contained within the realm of the intrapersonal intelligence. He discusses this in his book, “Intelligence Reframed.” Our spiritual nature is part of our motivation to be creators. Thanks for your very thoughtful response.

By: Norma Terrigno

Norma Terrigno — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:51:31 +0000

Thank you for explaining Gardner’s list on MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES in such an understandable fashion for public view. Recently there has been talk that he has added another to his list called EXISTENTIAL intelligence–notably, “Why are we here?”, “What is the reason for my life?”, etc. At any rate, is it possible that each separate category has its own trigger for creativity? Also, I suspect that the human brain is so very complex that we are still unable to delineate the precise mechanisms that are alive/at work/evolving to change the individual nature of creative process over the course of time as in the case of some artists like Van Gogh or Picasso. Something is happening with memory and experiences. How fortunate we are to be human and alive!

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By: Robyn McMaster

Robyn McMaster — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:44:42 +0000

Linda, I love the way you “play around” with objects and use them in ways they weren’t originally intended. You are making the most of your spatial intelligence!

Interior design must bring you constant stimulation.

By: Robyn McMaster

Robyn McMaster — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:37:12 +0000

Stacy, when you take your dog for a walk, your brains works in the background. And, you never know when you’ll have an “aha.” Keep the music rolling since it works so well for you. Thanks so much for following up!

By: Robyn McMaster

Robyn McMaster — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:32:09 +0000

Hi Michele, I was hoping to introduce some new strategies in each area to bring in some novelty. I’m glad you found the examples helpful. Let’s keep looking for more.

By: linda m lopeke

linda m lopeke — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:57:55 +0000

One method I’ve used to help expand my thinking is to take everyday objects and use them in ways they weren’t originally intended. The more unexpected the way in which I repurpose them, the more fun I have with this.

Also, to change up my environment and inspire fresh thinking, whenever I’m decorating a new home, I never use the art or furnishings in the same way or same configuration as they were used in the previous home. It’s a cost-effective way of making everything new again and rediscovering new beauty in the old and familiar.

Linda M. Lopeke

By: Stacey Cornelius

Stacey Cornelius — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:44:01 +0000

To answer your question, Robyn, listening to music is much like making art – if I don’t do it, I notice something is missing. I was talking to a painter who feels the same way. He said when he tends to the business side of his practice, there’s a point where he knows he needs to get back into the studio. The pull is so strong it is nearly a physical sensation.

When I really need to get into a good groove for working, I listen to Bombay Dub Orchestra. Not to everyone’s taste, but I enjoy it.

Mary, I like your comments on fixing and tending. It ties in with my own need to balance mental work with making. Mind/body, left brain/right brain all need attention.

What would bring novelty? Finding myself with nothing to do (as she dashed off for a woodland walk with her dogs).