3 Design Secrets
If you’re into writing lists, or thinking things through in your head, it’s time to try a new strategy! The “D” words in the Ideas DU Jour list, all point to using a Different Design method… one that’s scared you since childhood, if you’re part of the mainstream. It’s called DRAWING. Feared by many, used by few as a problem solving technique. Get over it! Your teacher gave you that D grade how many years ago?
If you’re into writing lists, or thinking things through in your head, it’s time to try a new strategy! The “D” words in the Ideas DU Jour list, all point to using a Different Design method… one that’s scared you since childhood, if you’re part of the mainstream. It’s called DRAWING. Feared by many, used by few as a problem solving technique. Get over it! Your teacher gave you that D grade how many years ago?
Drawing is part of design....think systematically like an architect. What's connected to what? What are the functions? Where are the aesthetics? Solutions are systems...let your mind work it through.
Secret 1: Buy a cheap LARGE scrapbook or use flip chart paper. Start doodling about the ideas you are trying to develop. Create a DESIGN for the DILEMMA by using a metaphor. If this situation were a moving thing, what would it be? For example, would “it” be an island surrounded by water? Draw it… don’t worry about being the artist…just doodle away and enjoy. Music helps! What is on your island? Any bugs in the sand? Look up…is it night or day? Windy or calm? Hot or cold? Who’s on shore, in a boat, who is approaching? Who is not around? What do you want on this island? Get the idea?
Secret 2: While you’re at it, Discover a new use, dig just a little deeper. Doze off, or walk away from the project for a while. If you decide to nap, pay attention to what’s happening in your mind on the way into sleep, and also when you’re re-entering the awake zone. Your mind is in Delta, moving into Theta, the perfect spot for creativity to emerge. You just might find some answers in that sleepy state!
Secret 3: Read the archives, and take a good look at the Ideas du Jour A, B and C. I’m the Coach on Call…all you have to do to get some help is email me! maggiechicoine@gmail.com There's no charge for your first visit!
PS Have fun!
Secret 1: Buy a cheap LARGE scrapbook or use flip chart paper. Start doodling about the ideas you are trying to develop. Create a DESIGN for the DILEMMA by using a metaphor. If this situation were a moving thing, what would it be? For example, would “it” be an island surrounded by water? Draw it… don’t worry about being the artist…just doodle away and enjoy. Music helps! What is on your island? Any bugs in the sand? Look up…is it night or day? Windy or calm? Hot or cold? Who’s on shore, in a boat, who is approaching? Who is not around? What do you want on this island? Get the idea?
Secret 2: While you’re at it, Discover a new use, dig just a little deeper. Doze off, or walk away from the project for a while. If you decide to nap, pay attention to what’s happening in your mind on the way into sleep, and also when you’re re-entering the awake zone. Your mind is in Delta, moving into Theta, the perfect spot for creativity to emerge. You just might find some answers in that sleepy state!
Secret 3: Read the archives, and take a good look at the Ideas du Jour A, B and C. I’m the Coach on Call…all you have to do to get some help is email me! maggiechicoine@gmail.com There's no charge for your first visit!
PS Have fun!
Maggie
Hello Maggie !
ReplyDeleteGreat to read you and thanks for sharing your wisdom :-)
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