Lotus Blossom

Come eseguirlo

1. 1

   Draw a 3x3 grid (the 'blossom'). Write the core theme in the centre cell.

2. 2

   Fill the 8 surrounding cells with related ideas, themes, or sub-problems.

3. 3

   Draw 8 more 3x3 grids, one for each of the 8 surrounding ideas. Place each idea in the centre of its own grid.

4. 4

   Fill each of the 8 surrounding cells of each new grid with ideas, solutions, or associations.

5. 5

   You now have 64 ideas (8 × 8). Review and cluster.

6. 6

   Identify the most promising ideas for further development.

Suggerimenti

• Run the initial 8 ideas quickly — speed prevents overthinking.

• When expanding into the sub-grids, allow more time and depth.

• The Lotus Blossom excels at generating unexpected connections between seemingly unrelated areas.',

Variazioni

Run a 'Mini Blossom' using only 3–4 petals for quicker sessions. Use collaboratively: each participant fills in their own petal area. Apply to content planning, product development, or marketing strategy.