The Benefits of Walking for Creativity and Research

Описание: There are so many physical and health benefits of walking. But you may not know that there are some significant benefits for your creativity. In my PhD research, I am creating new knowledge -- which is a creative process. Creativity is not always easy in our highly distractive world.

Links for the books and videos that I talked about, my walking desk supplies and the scientific studies mentioned found below.

One way we can improve our creativity is by walking. In this video I share what I have learned about this topic by reading the book REST by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang which has changed the way that I work. I share a summary of the different types of thinking i.e. convergent and divergent thinking and how walking effects them.

I also explain what has been found about the differences between indoor walking and outdoor walking. And I share my budget-friendly indoor walking desk setup for anyone who would like to incorporate more walking into their day. This is especially beneficial if you can't get outside at the moment.

I really hope this video will be helpful and If you would like future videos about these topics let me know with a thumbs up or comment and subscribe to see more.

Stay safe and healthy.

Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or personal trainer or physio therapist so please speak to your doctor before changing up your fitness regime or your workspace habits.

Disclaimer: Some of the links below are affiliate links which means that I receive a small commission if you make a purchase using one of these links. This does not cost you any extra but I greatly appreciate if you choose to support my channel in this way.

WALKING DESK SETUP:
laptop stand: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...
long loop resistance bands: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...

BOOKS

Rest: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/154...
Thank You to @muchelleb for this book recommendation

Deep Work: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07...

The Art of Thought: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/191...


Experiments:
Jenny Roe: https://jennyjroe.com/2019/03/25/walk...
Oppezzo and Schwartz: https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/rel...

Watch next:
Day in the Life:    • Day in the Life of a Computer Science PhD ...  
Deep Work:    • How I Use Deep Work as a Computer Science ...  

John Spencer's video:    • Convergent Thinking Versus Divergent Thinking  

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