Come Quote by Jennifer Yuh Nelson
“When people feel safe, they can come up with ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Animation Director Talk, 2021
Safety encourages creative thinking by reducing fear of judgment, allowing ideas to flow freely.
In simple terms: Feeling safe sparks ideas.
Key Takeaway
Create safe spaces for brainstorming.
Themes
creativity
psychology
innovation
Mood
encouraging
optimistic
Type
motivational
insightful
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- design sprints
- classroom discussions
- remote work
- startup culture
Key Concepts
psychological safety
idea generation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does perceived safety affect your willingness to share?
- What structures can you add to increase genuine safety?
A Different Perspective
If safety is superficial, ideas may still be constrained by hidden biases.
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