“One of the major challenges facing creative individuals is that of building upon the continuity of human knowledge while achieving novel insights. ... On the one hand, to intensify an inquiry and develop a sense of commitment to a creative life, the learner needs models, teachers, and collaborators. On the other hand, the individual, while building upon the past, needs to transform it, and thus broaden his or her choices.” NeedsHumansHandsPastChoicesIndividualChallengesCreativityNovelCreativeTeacherAchieveBuildingMajorsModelsCommitmentInnovationInsightInquiryContinuityLearnersCollaboratorsHuman KnowledgeCreative Life Author:Vera John-Steiner
“Creativity is so delicate a flower that praise tends to make it bloom, while discouragement often nips it in the bud.” CreativityTeacherFlowerPraiseAppreciationDelicateAutismBudDiscouragementCreativity In EducationDelicate Flower Author:Samuel Butler
“I'm really fortunate to have been to the schools I've been to, and to have the experiences I've had. And, partly since my parents are retired teachers, I've got the desire to give back. When I knew that I had that instinct, I got certified (through the Creativity Coaching Association) and I started working with artists of all kinds - though now I focus on writers.” GivingKindHas BeensSchoolDesireArtistParentCreativityFocusTeacherInstinctAll KindsFortunateCoachingAssociationGiving BackRetiredBack WhenRetired Teacher Author:Steven C. Harper