Lindsay's Life: Imagination 101

You probably don't believe imagination is important. Well, you're wrong. I am going to change your skeptical little mind with the following.

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The first question that needs to be answered is: "why is imagination necessary?". The answers to that question are all around us. The products of creativity make up the components of everyday life, whether you realize it or not. Imagination lets us realize our full potential while improving our lifestyle. Your next question might be: "what is imagination exactly?". Imagination is the faculty or action of forming new ideas, or images or concepts of external objects not present to the senses. Of course, that's the dictionary's definition. Imagination is something different to everyone. Imagination can be used to get away from it all; to help you relax and picture what the world would be like if there was more emphasis on progress and creativity. Imagination is the world's greatest tool, utilized by the greatest minds. It was focused on by respected people like John Lennon, Albert Einstein, Edgar Allen Poe, and many other significant people. Where would this world be without imagination? Think about that for a bit. Still think it's not important? "No."? That's what I thought.

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Some people have trouble being imaginative and inventive. That's what I'm here for. Here are some tips to aid you in becoming a visionary:

Be inquisitive- ask and learn daily. *The more you know, the better.
Create a journal- fill it with as many things as possible: thoughts, things learned, questions, doodles.
Observe- can't emphasize this enough. This may sound weird, but watch people's behavior and expressions. Listen more. *Read about psychology.
Start drawing/painting- explore your artsy side. *Keep practicing; your art will get better and better. There is no right or wrong way to sketch.
Pretend- wake up and try to look at things from a different perspective. Pretend to be someone/something else. Imagine different or alternate scenarios. *Be as child-like as possible.
Take walks- not only is this good for your physical health; it is good for your mental health. Look around. *Be inspired by what you see daily.
Meditate- or at least ponder and think a lot. Daydreaming is not a waste of time! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Listen to music- all types. *Explore your musical side. Experiment with different instruments.