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“Original” Ideas are Derived

How can an idea be original?

Through evolution,  and assuming evolution occurs ceteris paribus, a human brain is pre-wired with certain capabilities.

The following are two sources of information:

  • external stimuli – by using the five senses, humans capture new information and synthesize it whether f
  • internal stimuli (eg. maturation of brain cells)

I think people overestimate originality and place too much value on it.   People are expected to “copy” languages.  This is especially the case in business

By Leon Apel

Leon Apel works virtually with talented team members from North America, Europe and Asia on projects designed to improve life on earth.

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