When thinking ‘inside the box’ is better

About this episode

The episode explores how constraints and limitations can enhance creativity and happiness.

You’ve heard the phrase "think outside the box." But what if constraints and limitations actually make us happier and more creative? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

People in this episode

Host: Meghna Chakrabarti

Topics covered

• creativity
• constraints
• happiness
• thinking
• limitations

Keywords

• think outside the box
• creativity
• constraints
• happiness
• limitations

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WBUR

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