Summary: How to think like Leonardo da Vinci Michael J. Gelb

Choose a theme for the day, and write down in your notebook everything you observe that day -- including your thoughts - that ties in with that theme. Reward yourself appropriately for what you come up with.

example suggest these practical steps:
Keep a journal or notebook.

experience is the heart of wisdom.’’

Which activities allow me to best feel like I am expressing my natural character traits?
What is the one thing I could start -- or stop -- doing today that would most improve my quality of life?
What is my greatest personal talent?
How can I get paid for doing what I love to do?
Who are my most inspiring role models?
How can I best be of service to others?
What is my heart’s deepest desire?
How am I perceived by: my best friend; my worst enemy; my boss; my children; my spouse?
What are my blessings in life?
What legacy would I most like to leave?

Keep a journal or notebook.

‘‘The eye encompasses the beauty of the whole world. Who would believe that so small a space could contain the images of the entire universe.’’
--Leonardo da Vinci

the world’s first revolving stage.

In November 1994, Bill Gates purchased 18 sheets of Leonardo da Vinci’s notebooks for $30.8 million. da Vinci’s notebooks included original plans and ideas for a flying machine, a helicopter, a parachute, the extendible ladder, three-speed gear shift, the bicycle, adjustable spanners, the snorkel, hydraulic jacks, locks for canal systems, folding furniture, a water-powered alarm clock and

Leonardo da Vinci kept about 7,000 pages of notes recording his thoughts during his lifetime, and most scholars believe that was only one-half of what he actually wrote. He jotted down ideas, thoughts, sketches and impressions whenever they came to him.

Keep a journal or notebook