Creativity and good ideas often arise in non-traditional places like in the shower, during walks, on commutes, or while relaxing. Many famous thinkers had their best ideas in unconventional settings like in the bathtub or during walks. These thinkers emphasized the importance of allowing time for quiet reflection and observation to stimulate creativity. Einstein and Mozart, for instance, found that their best ideas came during leisurely activities like walks or moments of quiet contemplation. The idea generation process is not always about being busy but about creating space for free-flowing thoughts. Research from Stanford further supports this notion, showing that activities like walking can significantly boost creativity by 60%.
The most productive work you can do often looks like the laziest -- but it can be hard to accept that because of how the workplace has changed over the last 100 years.