Iterate on your thoughts

Lack of access to new information doesn't limit the ability to be creative or to solve problems. A lack of time spent reflecting or iterating on your thoughts. Examining them. Going over the idea one at a time. This is the limiting factor.

Think about thinking, and approach your thoughts from a new direction. Build on them a step at a time. Deep work is necessary for creativity. Space is necessary for creativity. This is one reason why access to social media isn't vital. Fear of missing out should not guide your decisions.

References

• Cal Newport / From the archives: on quiet creativity

Backlinks

• Understanding needs active learner engagement
  • It's necessary to put time aside and spend energy on understanding something. Cal Newport calls this time deep work. Time and space with no distractions, the ability to focus and reflect on a single idea. Use the time to iterate on your thoughts.
• Iterate on complex ideas to find simplicity
  • Iterating on your thoughts in general is a good idea, as it's a form of metacognition.