MIND MAPPING

Mind mapping is a technique that enables you to brainstorm, that is, to let your thoughts flow freely. It works by allowing spontaneous thoughts on a particular topic to flow unchecked, then recording them on paper. While writing each thought, you draw a circle or bubble around each one and connect it with a related idea. Remember, each bubble represents a thought, and each thought is connected to a related one.

When mind mapping, do not evaluate an idea until you’ve completed the entire diagram. If you judge too early, you will consciously and subconsciously filter ideas.

After completing mind mapping, you must bring order to your creation. Go through the diagram and eliminate, add, or modify ideas. Then create some sort of sketch, ...

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