Being creative

I read this article about how to become creative.

In my mind, creativity (new ideas) usually could be produced under pressure or huge interest.

Being creative isn't about being the first (or only) person to think of an idea. More often, creativity is about connecting ideas.

Here are the 5 steps:

1. gather new material: the basis is fundamental and specific knowledge

2. thoroughly work over the materials in your mind

3. step away from the problem: engage with other stimuli

4. let this idea return to you

5. shape and develop your idea based on feedback: expose it to criticisms