If you’ve never seen a Brain Map before, these steps may not be clear. For an example, see Figure 7.1, which shows a Brain Map on ways to improve a bed.
As you examine this Brain Map, don’t expect to find all the elements placed in a logical way. For instance, I placed the ideas for awakening or helping you sleep under the “sleeping” category because that’s where I thought of them. It would have made more sense to put them under the “mattress” category. But remember, it doesn’t really matter how you generate ideas, just so you get them out.
Doodles
Background
You’ve probably heard the expression “That’s usin’ the ol’ noodle!” It means, of course, that you were able to apply your brainpower effectively. Well, noodle power can also help us generate ideas with doodles.
You know how to doodle, don’t you? Just start scribbling on a sheet of paper and express your creative urges. Let your pen or pencil take off and draw swirls, loops, circles, boxes, arrows, spirals, or whatever feels right. You already may have practice doodling. Most of us doodle while talking on the phone or listening to a boring speech. (Did you ever notice that there seems to be a direct correlation between how boring a speech is and how elaborate your doodles are?)
Taken From : Pfeiffer 101 Activities for Teaching Creativity
