title: [The concept of creativity--and everyday creativity].
abstract: The author is of the opinion that creativity is not a single personal trait, but a set of of traits. Basic elements of the concept of creativity include intelligence, intensive interest, knowledge, originality (ideas), creative instinct, non-conformity, courage, and persistence. Creativity can manifest itself in various areas of life; and in its various stages, some of them are in the forefront and some of them in the background. The author makes a distinction between "exceptional creativity" and "everyday creativity". The former may give rise to important works, which are significant for the whole society and bring fame, while the latter occurs in everyday life activities involving certain degree of originality, such as writing poems or developing valuable collections. The characteristics mentioned above are essential for achieving "exceptional creativity"; however, a lesser degree of these are required for everyday creativity, as in this case the requirements are not so high. When important works are created, determination of the individual and a stimulating environment, including the family, educators and schools, play a significant role.
authors.affiliation: Kölni Egyetem, Neveléslélektani Tanszék, Universität Albert-Magnus Platz, 50923 Köln, Germany.
authors.forename: Martin
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Schuster
mesh_terms: D001154:Art; D001155:Art Therapy; D003405:Creativity; D004325:Dreams; D006801:Humans; D007323:Instinct; D007360:Intelligence; D019359:Knowledge; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000523:psychology*; D010551:Personality; D010553:Personality Development; D014175:Translating