Born 1933, Maltan-Born American Psychologist and Writer
Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way.
Edward De Bono – [Creativity]
Humor is by far the most significant activity of the human brain.
Edward De Bono – [Humor]
I must say, I don't feel very qualified to be a pop star. I feel very awkward at times in the role.
Edward De Bono – [Fame]
If you never change your mind, why have one?
Edward De Bono – [Mind]
Many highly intelligent people are poor thinkers. Many people of average intelligence are skilled thinkers. The power of a car is separate from the way the car is driven.
Edward De Bono – [Intelligence and Intellectuals]
People should realize we're jerks just like them.
Edward De Bono – [Fame]
Some people drift along like a cork on a river, feeling that they cannot do anything except drift, moment to moment. This is an attitude of mind. Everyone can be constructive even in tiny ways.
Edward De Bono – [Goals]
Unhappiness is best defined as the difference between our talents and our expectations.
Edward De Bono – [Unhappiness]