Remember that old tale of Archimedes in his bathtub, enjoying a few moments of silent solitude, the only sound that of gently lapping water. Suddenly, there’s a loud shout, ‘Eureka!’, and a completely naked man races out of his home, streaking down the streets!
Hidden within this dramatic retelling, however, is a larger scientific truth: Brainwaves or ‘aha’ moments happen most when the brain is quiet and rested. Creativity peaks when the brain is not absorbed with other to-do tasks. This infographic suggests 18 simple but effective ways to calm the mind, ready to reboot and refocus.
Infographic by – Invaluable