Imagination

Imagination

I absolutely adore stuffed animals esp Disney characters Dory, Hank, Sorcerer Mickey, Minnie, Cheshire Cat, Lucifer the Cat, Bambi, Pascal the list goes on.

I’ve always had a big imagination, able to entertain myself for hours. I teach with toys. I use fidget spinners to teach note duration. My imagination is vast.

Being at a place like Animal Kingdom or Epcot or even Magic Kingdom sparks my imagination like electricity flying loose. Boredom breeds creativity. I’ve written a full fledged musical because I was bored at the hospital. 97 minutes of music and dialogue.

Dad calls my imagination a creative genius. I compare myself to Robin Williams and Walt Disney. On Meyers Briggs I am an ENFP. “These people tend to embrace big ideas and actions that reflect their sense of hope and goodwill toward others. Their vibrant energy can flow in many directions. ENFP personalities carry an interesting blend of carefree sociability, sparkling imagination, and deep, contemplative introspection. They regularly use their natural curiosity and expansive creativity to try to better understand themselves and the complex dynamics of human relationships. And they are truly devoted to nurturing their relationships with and their understanding of the world at large.

In their unique way, ENFPs’ introspective nature is driven by their imagination, wonder, and belief in things that cannot always be explained rationally. People with this personality type truly believe that everything – and everyone – is connected, and they live for the glimmers of insight that they can gain from these connections. They believe that how we treat one another really matters. In fact, ENFPs are the most likely personality type to believe in the concept of karma.

ENFPs are independent and creative, always on the lookout for the magic and meaning in everyday life. They can’t help but ponder the deeper significance of life – even when they should be paying attention to something else.

When something sparks their imagination, ENFPs show an enthusiasm that is nothing short of infectious. These personalities can’t help but to radiate a positive energy that draws other people in. Consequently, they might find themselves being held up by their peers as a leader or guru. However, once their initial bloom of inspiration wears off, ENFPs can struggle with self-discipline and consistency, losing steam on projects that once meant so much to them.”

This fits me to a T.

Robin Williams even said everyone is given a spark of madness and you mustn’t lose it!

I think Imaginations are running far and few between nowadays. Kids five years old have phones and tablets. I had tv time growing up but didn’t have my first phone til I was 16 and it was no touch screen. There’s a time and place for tablets but there’s gotta be a limit. And I say this for me too to preserve my own imagination and so that I may remain a kid at heart. Sometimes apps can teach valuable skills like phonics, math skills, songs, etc. Kids deserve to learn that stuff the old fashioned way too.

Turn off the tablet/phone. Spare the imagination for a few hours today. Use the imagination. Exercise it. It’s like a muscle and only works well when you keep it in prime condition.