Interview - How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci with Michael Gelb

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Sep 20, 2015

Michael Gelb, a pioneer in creative thinking and author of *How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci*, dives into the interplay between genetic predisposition and personal development. He emphasizes nurturing individual gifts and discusses how environmental influences shaped great talents like Mozart. Gelb highlights mindfulness practices and structured routines to boost creativity, advocating for a holistic approach to personal growth. His engaging exercises, like the 100 Questions Exercise, inspire curiosity and creative thinking, making genius accessible to all.

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INSIGHT

Genius is Made and Born

Genius is partly innate and partly developed through nurture and effort.
Everyone is born with some form of genius that can be optimized.

INSIGHT

Da Vinci's Timeless Principles

Leonardo da Vinci's principles include curiosity, critical thinking, and embracing ambiguity.
These timeless principles guide personal mission alignment and creativity.

ADVICE

100 Questions Exercise

Write 100 questions non-stop to break habitual thinking and access deeper truths.
Persisting unlocks key personal questions that can guide your life.

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