The search for "aha!" moments

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January 16, 2018 Today's TED Talk The search for "aha!" moments 14:11 minutes · TEDNYC In 1988, Matt Goldman and a few friends created Blue Man Group, an off-Broadway production that became a sensation known for its humor, blue body paint and wild stunts. The show works on the premise that certain conditions can create "aha moments" -- moments of surprise, learning and exuberance -- frequent and intentional rather than random and occasional. Now Goldman is working to apply the lessons learned from Blue Man Group to education, creating Blue School, a school that balances academic mastery, creative thinking and self and social intelligence. "We need to cultivate safe and conducive conditions for new and innovative ideas to evolve and thrive," Goldman says. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Talks to help you find your purpose Not sure what to do with your one precious life? These talks help you find the path that only you could take. Watch » 7 talks · Total run time 1:13:53 FROM OUR PARTNERS   Download the TED app

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