Attach an adjective to uncover its limitations.
from The 5 Elements of Effective Thinking by Edward B. Burger, Michael Starbird
By attaching an adjective to an idea, we highlight the once invisible limitations, and we become conscious of current shortcomings. It opens our minds to new possibilities and potential opportunities.
How to Apply This
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Select your own object, issue, or topic of study.
It can be one of the solutions that you came up with, a time period, or even a product you created. -
Attach an adjective or descriptive phrase to it.
The adjective must point out some reality of the situation. Ideally, this should be some feature that is limiting or taken for granted. -
Then consider whether your phrase suggests new possibilities or opportunities.
The characteristics of the adjective will clarify the hidden limitations of your idea and will help you see how it can be further improved,
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