How can ‘thinking with your hands’ contribute to your creativity?
Working with your hands turns out to bring various benefits, both physical and mental. It can also help develop practical and creative skills. Such questions and topics are addressed in our school for circular innovation. Learn more.
The concept of “thinking with your hands”—that is, engaging in hands-on making or physical interaction—activates areas of the brain that remain largely untapped during purely verbal or abstract thought. This physical engagement can stimulate new neural pathways and open the door to fresh perspectives and ideas. For instance, many mathematicians and physicists prefer using traditional chalkboards to explore complex concepts. The tactile act of writing, combined with the subtle sound and resistance of chalk on the board, seems to support deeper cognitive processing and enhance creative flow
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Check out our different workshops to do more with your hands and explore the craft of baking.
Upcoming workshops, events & experiences
10:30 - 12:30
10:30 - 12:30
17:30 - 20:30
