First, realize that everyone can be creative. You may not believe that you are a creative person, but the difference between a creative person and the rest of us is that the creative person commits to their creativity to overcome limitations imposed by others. They take chances. Second, forget for the moment that you live in the real world. Avoid judgment of any kind until after you've finished your brainstorming session.
Judgments can constrain and often squash creativity altogether.
Third, be aware of your own defenses. If you are brainstorming by yourself as opposed to within a group, finding a place or doing an activity that you enjoy can sometimes spark your creative thinking. While you are brainstorming, you want to be as relaxed as you possibly can and let go of your defenses. Well, that is until you come out of your brainstorming session, judge your idea and squash it. Breaking it Down Into Steps There are certain steps to follow when brainstorming.