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Brain Mapping Handout

If you’ve never seen a Brain Map before, these steps may not be clear. For an example, see

Figure 7.1, which shows a Brain Map on ways to improve a bed.

As you examine this Brain Map, don’t expect to find all the elements placed in a logi-

cal way. For instance, I placed the ideas for awakening or helping you sleep under the

“sleeping” category because that’s where I thought of them. It would have made more

sense to put them under the “mattress” category. But remember, it doesn’t really matter

how you generate ideas, just so you get them out.

Figure 7.1. Sample Brain Map

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