And off Quote by Alex Faickney Osborn
“Creativity is so delicate a flower that praise tends to make it bloom while discouragement often nips it at the bud. Creativity is now something we can turn on and off like a faucet. It is an experience and expression in our lives that must be nurtured. This nurturing process means that creativity is at once a skill, an art, and a life-style.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Applied Imagination by Alex Faickney Osborn, 1953
Creativity is fragile; praise nurtures it, discouragement stifles it, and it can be cultivated like a skill and lifestyle.
In simple terms: Praise helps creativity grow; criticism can kill it.
Key Takeaway
Foster supportive environments for creativity.
Themes
creativity
psychology
growth
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- team brainstorming
- education
- personal projects
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
mindset
skill development
artistic expression
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance encouragement with constructive feedback?
- What habits sustain creativity long term?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on praise may lead to complacency.
