Japanese Creativity Techniques
What you'll learn
- Apply concepts like Wabi-Sabi, Kaizen, and Wa to increase mindfulness, resilience, and harmony in daily life.
- Develop calm focus, strategic thinking, and self-discipline using mental tactics from samurai traditions.
- Cultivate beginner's mind, imperfection appreciation, and purposeful action through Zen practices.
- Internalize the core principles of Zen, craftsmanship, and aesthetics to enhance creative potential.
Requirements
- This course has been designed to be accessible to a wide range of learners, and as such, there are no specific prerequisites.
Description
This comprehensive course draws on centuries of Japanese wisdom to unlock creativity, mindfulness, and self-mastery. Students will gain powerful frameworks and techniques forged by traditions like Zen, Samurai teachings, Aesthetics, and Craftsmanship.
The course covers core concepts like Wabi-Sabi, Mottainai, Kaizen, Kanso, and Wa which shape the Japanese worldview and foster innovative thinking. It dives into the historical innovations in agriculture, architecture, arts and culture that laid the foundations for Japan's creative society. Students will learn contemplative practices like mindfulness, beginner's mindset, training regimes and repetitive skill-building to enhance creativity.
The teachings cover mental disciplines and tactics from samurai traditions to build calm focus, self-control and strategic thinking. The course explores hands-on arts like origami, bonsai, calligraphy, pottery and woodwork that develop patience and technical mastery.
By immersing themselves in this wisdom passed down through generations, students will gain frameworks to unlock their creative potential in a principled way. They will learn techniques to appreciate imperfection, take mindful action and find harmony.
The goal is to provide ancient knowledge from the East in a way that is accessible and relevant to modern lives. Students completing this course will become more mindful, disciplined, and insightful in applying creativity to personal and professional pursuits and problem-solving.
Who this course is for:
- This course is designed to benefit a wide range of learners who are interested in enhancing their creative thinking skills. Whether you're a student, professional, entrepreneur, or simply someone eager to explore new perspectives, this course provides valuable content applicable to various fields and domains. It caters to individuals seeking to unlock their creative potential and approach problem-solving with fresh and innovative ideas.
Instructors
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Find the best version of yourself through upskilling in your way of thinking and communication.
Our thinking courses include:
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Thinking
- First Principles Thinking
- Intuitive Thinking
- Innovative Thinking
Our communication courses include:
- Active Listening
- Influence & Persuasion
- Questioning & Curiosity
- Non Verbal Communication
- Non Violent Communication
Our courses are valuable to anyone starting their professional journey.
- 4.3 Instructor Rating
- 669 Reviews
- 40,143 Students
- 7 Courses
As a Psychologist, Performance Coach, and Educator, I am passionate about empowering people to overcome challenges, cultivate a growth mindset, and develop the mental fortitude to thrive in any situation.
Drawing from 8 years of experience, I specialize in fostering creative thinking, building resilience, and leveraging the power of non-verbal communication. My unique approach combines evidence-based psychological principles with practical strategies to help individuals reach their full potential.
As for my educational background, I hold an MSc. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Sussex, with extensive training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) from the Albert Ellis Institute, and Trauma Certification Level 1 from the Arizona Trauma Institute. I bring a wealth of expertise to personal growth and development.