FLORENZ FAITH BARIAS BSA II-C (TF 5:10-6:45 pm)

1. Humans are naturally designed to have limitations and the same goes with our way of thinking. Thus,
it is a must for us to create a path for ourselves to transcend bounderies. This is how we unlock
creativity in our minds- by going out of our comfort zone, by trying out new things and by reshaping our
perspectives. Thus, to sharpen our creativity, let us learn to explore the unchartered parts of our mind
and unravel the oppportunities for novelty in our surroundings.

2. For me, both sides of the brain are distinct from each other but they are essentially related. Both
halves has a significant role in particular functions- intuitive or logical thinking and analytical or creative
thinking. One wouldn't completely work without the other. To achieve true efficiency in any task, it is
best to make use of both functions that the brain has to offer. It isn't bad to incorporate both logic and
creativity at the same time- it's like hitting two birds with one stone or "one brain" perhaps. None of us,
no matter what the situation is, has relied solely on one hemisphere. They are not isolated from each
other, so no one really is being described as left-brained person or the otherway around. Thus, the
brain, as a complex part of our system, will function properly by the functional harmony of both sides.

3.

a. Cultivate a Thirst for Knowledge

- Creativity is founded upon curiosity. In order to maintain a consistent pursuit of creativity, one must
learn to challenge norms and to look at things at new perspectives. This is how we build up our thirst or
desire for new knowledge. When we are curious, we extend more effort to question things and to find
alternative means to re-establish what is already known. And when our thirst has escalated enough, we
clench it through creative actions which inspire us more to learn and move on to the next bigger picture-
a new concept to unravel.

b. Explain things back to yourself

Learning is a continuous cycle of exchanges. We learn from others and others learn from us. However,
the key to this cycle is how we reinforce our personal learnings before we share them. This is done
through internal dialogues and in depth analysis. When we learn something, to retain information is
indeed a must but what's even better is when we get to apply these concepts in our own life and when
we get to simplify them to a level that we can embrace. Moreover, we can create a stronger foundation
of knowledge once we learn to assemble, disassemble, reshape and even transform the knowledge we
get into information that is most beneficial and is easier to comprehend.
c. Take a break to "switch on" your creative side

Our minds aren't machines. It has limits and even our mental focus has bounderies. Thus, we will always
find ourself stuck or faced with a wall. What we must do then is to learn to step back. Sometimes, even
when we try hard, we won't get anywhere when we are exhausted. Hence, taking breaks and recharging
our minds is a must in order to reboot our creativity. Sometimes, rest is the key to get the gears in our
brains rolling again. This is because, prividing room for our brains to breath is a key factor for longevity,
productivity and innivative thinking.

d. Let your imagination run wild.

We can sometimes find ourselves stuck in a box in a lot of situations. It is also typical to encounter
drought in creativity and inspirations. Hence, from time to time, it isn't bad but rather healthy to stray
away from the norms and to break rules. We never know what we can discover outside the box so we
must learn to free ourselves because we might just find inspiration in sources that we haven't thought of
before. Our world and our minds offer a vast ocean of opportunities, thus, let us unleash the hungry
beast in our minds and let it prey on our imaginations, dreams and fantasies.

4. Entrepreneurs offer novelty and proper delivery of good products or services to ensure that thet gain
earnings. Often times, they try various ways to increase the value of goods to increase demand and
Trust which are driving factors in pursuing wealth maximization. This is why entrepreneurs must be
wealthy in terms of novelty, innovation and quality of their product or service. It is through high quality,
efficient delivery and honest performance that Trust is earned from stakeholders and customers which
then drives the increase in returns of profit.