Be creative Quote by Howard Gardner
“Being creative means first of all doing something unusual... On the other hand, however unusual it may be, the idea also has to be reasonable for people to take it seriously.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Frames of Mind, Howard Gardner, 1993
Creativity requires novelty but also must be plausible enough for others to accept it seriously.
In simple terms: Creative ideas need to be both new and believable.
Key Takeaway
Balance originality with credibility.
Themes
creativity
innovation
credibility
Mood
curious
thoughtful
Type
theoretical
practical
When to use this quote
- product design
- artistic performance
- entrepreneurship
- education curricula
Key Concepts
originality
social acceptance
cognitive psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test if an idea is reasonable?
- When should you prioritize originality over acceptance?
A Different Perspective
Too much novelty can alienate audiences.
