Creativity gives the possibility of some sort of achievement to everyone.
Creativity gives hope that there can be a worthwhile idea.
Sometimes the situation is only a problem because it is looked at in a certain subjective, negative, ungrateful way.
We still seek to solve conflicts with ‘judgement’ instead of designing the way forwards.
Complacency with our traditional judgement based thinking methods is not enough. Our existing thinking habits are excellent just as the rear wheel of a motor car is excellent but not enough. We need to put far more emphasis on creative and design thinking. Judgement and analysis are not enough.
I think school is a place where thinking should be taught.
The analysis of data will not by itself produce new ideas...
The quality of our thinking will determine the quality of our future.
Creativity makes life more fun and more interesting.
Maybe the social value of truth is as a destination – so long as we do not assume we have arrived there.
People should realize we’re jerks just like them.
Perception is real even when it is not reality.
Complexity means distracted effort. Simplicity means focused effort.
The solid wealth of insurance companies and the success of those who organsie gambling are some indication of the profits to be derived from the efficient use of chance.
A myth is a fixed way of looking at the world which cannot be destroyed because, looked at through the myth, all evidence supports the myth.
A question is a polite way of demanding something.
Once a new idea springs into existence, it cannot be unthought. There is a sense of immortality in a new idea.
Being right is not too difficult. Your choose your perception. You select your information. You leave out what does not suit you. You drag in some general-purpose value words. You throw in a sneer or two about the opposition, and you are a fine fellow who made a fine speech.
Effectiveness without values is a tool without a purpose.
The mind can only see what it is prepared to see.