Creativity and the Power of Constraints

Explore the intriguing relationship between creativity and constraints in this 14-minute TEDx talk by Nikola Champlin. Delve into the history of formal poetry to uncover surprising insights about fostering creativity. Learn how rules, limitations, and structured environments can actually enhance creative thinking rather than hinder it. Discover the potential for teaching and learning creativity through Champlin's examination of poetic forms that have endured for centuries. Drawing from her background as an M.F.A. graduate from the Iowa Writers' Workshop and her experience teaching English, Champlin offers a fresh perspective on nurturing creativity in educational settings and beyond.