Quote by Thomas Troward

Creative power, is that receptive attitude of expectancy which makes a mold into which the plastic and as yet undifferentiated substance can flow and take the desired form.

Creative power, is that receptive attitude of expectancy whi

Summary

This quote suggests that creative power involves having a mindset of openness and anticipation. By adopting this receptive attitude, an individual creates a space or "mold" that allows unformed ideas or concepts to flow in and take shape. It implies that by being receptive and expectant, one can shape and define these raw and undifferentiated substances into the desired form, potentially leading to creative or innovative outcomes.

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By Thomas Troward

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