The Wonder of a Child

Have you ever taken the time to observe the actions of children? They are uninhibited in their thinking and actions.

Children possess an incredible gift—the boundless wonder of imagination. They can see things I take for granted. They can transform shapeless blobs into cozy houses and sticks with legs into magnificent horses in their early years. Yet, as they progress through school, particularly by the 2nd, 3rd, and definitely by the 4th grade, corrections, and comparisons start to creep in, stifling their creativity. Are we inadvertently teaching creativity out of our children?

Perhaps my wonderful teacher friends can enlighten me about this.

I see our culture, society, and families contribute to this blind spot. I suggest we encourage children to preserve their boundless imagination without judgment. While creative pursuits require refinement over time, it shouldn't erode their confidence. In fact, self-confidence often thrives alongside enhanced creativity, fostering a strong sense of self-worth.

Imagination is the voice of daring. If there is anything godlike about God, it is that. He dared to imagine everything. Henry Miller

I suggest breaking the conformity trap because this pressure can limit future innovation. History's creative giants—Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Edison, Steve Jobs, Marie Curie, Coco Chanel, Elon Musk, Ada Lovelace, and Walt Disney—were not conformists; they were pioneers who dared to dream differently. They were free to color outside the lines, think differently, and reshape their fields.

I suggest nurturing the wonder of tomorrow's innovators, allowing them to explore their unique visions without fear of correction or conformity. Our children's untamed imaginations will fuel the future. As we celebrate the wonder of a child's imagination, let's ensure it remains a beacon of innovation, shaping a brighter world.

By recognizing and exposing these blind spots in our educational systems and societal and cultural norms, we can cultivate a generation of thinkers who dare to dream differently, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

There is much difference between the status quo and imagination and creativity.

How about you? Can you help pave the way for a more imaginative future that sparks the wonder of a child?

Watch for the blind spots.

Watch this TED video from Sir Kenneth Robinson on "Do Schools Kill Creativity?"

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