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Creativity in 10 minutes: quick exercises to unblock the mind

Discover 7 creative exercises in just 10 minutes to overcome mental block and train your imagination every day

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You don't need hours to be creative, just 10 minutes and the will to get started.

We have all felt that creative block that stops ideas, projects and inspiration. It can happen when writing, drawing, designing or even planning a marketing campaign. The good news is that you don't need a long session to train your creativity: a few minutes and simple exercises that activate your mind are enough.

Today I share with you 7 quick creativity exercises that you can do in just 10 minutes to wake up your imagination and start flowing.

Why training creativity in short sessions works.

The brain responds better to short and varied stimuli.
Because there is less pressure, you give yourself permission to experiment.
This is the best way to break inertia and start a project.

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7 quick exercises to unblock the mind.

1. Doodle without thinking.
Fill a sheet of paper with free strokes. Then, observe and find hidden figures.

2. Objects with another use.
Choose an object nearby and write 10 alternative ways to use it.

3. Drawing with the non-dominant hand.
Draw with your less skilled hand to break patterns and activate new connections.

4. Word string
Write a word and let your mind generate quick associations.

5. Express mini collage
Cut out random images and combine them to create a visual story.

6. Express creative photo
Photograph 5 objects in your home as if they were part of an art exhibition.

7. Micro-story
Write a story of only 3 sentences using a random word.

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How to integrate these exercises into your daily life.

- Do them first thing to activate your mind.
- Always have a creative kit (notebook, pencils, scissors, cut-outs).
- Use a timer to keep the 10-minute challenge.

Long-term benefits.

- More creative fluency for any discipline.
- Less fear of trying new things.
- Greater ability to find unexpected solutions.

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Creativity is like a muscle: the more you exercise it, the more it grows.
10 minutes today can be the spark that ignites your next big project. [/b].

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