The ability to think creatively is not a gift everyone has naturally, so it must be developed as a skill. Here are some tips to help you develop creative and critical（批判性）thinking abilities.
Step outside your comfort area
Stepping outside of your comfort area is an easy way to expand your creative and critical thinking skills. This can mean reading a book or an article that is completely unrelated to any previous studies, or even having a difficult conversation with someone you're close to. We all grow from discomfort.
Stay healthy
Your mind is in the best shape when your body is. Exercise and a healthy diet can clear the mind and allow for creativity. Some people are easily distracted（分心）by a messy office or a dark room. Most people are the most awake when they are in clean, healthy, and organized environments.
This is a common skill used by journalists and writers suffering from writer's block. It's an easy tool to pet the creative juices flowing. Open up your computer, or take a notebook and pen and just start writing. Just let your mind take you wherever it wants to go.
Take a breather
Everyone may reach points where they get stuck on an idea and can't get past it. Don't let this discourage you, and don't blame yourself Go outside for some fresh air, take a walk, eat meal, or call a friend. Distraction can be very rewarding.
| A. Write freely. B. Instead，take a short break. C. Keep your spirits high at work and even during the holidays. D. This is a great way to explore your thoughts and expand your creativity. E. Your work environment can also greatly affect the way the brain functions. F. Anything making you a bit uncomfortable probably benefits you more than it harms you. |
