The richer your mental library, the more "old elements" you have to combine. 2. Digesting the Material
Production begins with tireless research. Young divides this into two categories: A Technique for Producing Ideas
A lifetime of curiosity—storing away knowledge about art, science, history, and people. The richer your mental library, the more "old
If the first three steps are followed correctly, the "Birth of the Idea" occurs spontaneously. It rarely happens at your desk; it usually strikes while you are in the shower, shaving, or half-asleep. This is the moment the new combination finally clicks. 5. The Cold Grey Dawn The richer your mental library