Mechanisms of Creative Thinking and Individual Intellectual Potential

The article analyzes the relationship between the mechanisms of creative thinking and an individual’s intellectual potential. It examines the essence of creative thinking, the role of personal intellect in its development, and methods for its formation and strengthening, including brainstorming, mind mapping, SCAMPER, lateral thinking, role-playing, and gamification. The article also demonstrates the practical significance of creative thinking in education, business, and technology, as well as its impact on personal development.