GEN Solution Library/Daydreaming for problem-solving

About the challenge

Creative problem-solving.

Several scientific studies show great benefits of daydreaming for the working of the cognitive mind, memory, empathy and problem-solving.

Description

One study by Cornell University (Ithaca, US) found that employing brain areas linked to 'off-task' mental states - including daydreaming or reminiscing - enhances performance on certain complicated mental tasks (See first link). Other studies have shown more benefits of daydreaming, such as the enhancement of creative problem-solving and increased memory function (See second and third link).

Areas of impact

Social

  • Leadership & Governance.
  • Lifelong Education.

See also

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Authors Ernesto Sun
License CC-BY-SA-4.0
Organizations Global Ecovillages NetworkGEN Africa, GENNA, GENOA
Ported from https://www.ecovillage.org/solution/daydreaming-for-problem-solving/ (original)
Cite as Ernesto Sun (2025). "GEN Solution Library/Daydreaming for problem-solving". Appropedia. Retrieved February 26, 2026.
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