Definition: Adaptive thinkers improve existing ideas; innovative thinkers create new ones.
Example: I might improve my cat litter by adding scents (adaptive), but I could also invent a cat diaper (innovative).
Application: When working on a project, decide whether to enhance what you have or invent something new. If you're studying, you might adapt your study routine or create a completely new one.
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Creative thinking is more than just “thinking outside the box”; it’s connecting experiences, ideas, and observations to create something new and useful. It doesn’t matter if you’re working on school projects, handling friendships, or just managing everyday challenges—creativity helps you turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.
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