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Why do the best ideas come when we shower?

2022-10-09 22:46:05Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Why do the best ideas come when we shower?
Why the best ideas come in the shower

It's a widely known perception, and at the same time very little understood: The best ideas come in the shower.

But what is the reason that interesting thoughts come precisely in this steamy environment? For years now, scientists have debated about the so-called "shower effect" and why it happens. Now, two new experiments seem to have helped clarify some of the findings.

Recent experiments led by Zac Irving, who studies and teaches philosophy of cognitive science at the University of Virginia, suggest that focusing too much on a task can be the enemy of creativity.

Instead of thinking about a problem until you find a solution, the data suggests it's better to take a break and do something that requires less concentration, such as taking a shower.

This environment can allow the mind to be free, without a set goal or direction. As thoughts run through the mind, scientists think people are more likely to make an intelligent discovery.

A totally boring task, on the other hand, doesn't seem to force the thoughts enough to generate creative ideas. You are more likely to get distracted in this case, or keep thinking about the original problem.

"Let's say you're stuck in a problem," Irving explains. "What should you do? The best thing is to do something that keeps you busy, like going for a walk, gardening, or taking a shower."

As Science Alert writes, experiments on the shower effect have historically produced inconsistent data.

Further studies will be needed to explore the "why" of the shower effect, but this new data gives a better idea of ​​how processes like showering can help us generate creative thoughts in the real world.


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