Connessione is a recognition of and appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things and phenomena. It’s systems thinking. One secret of Leonardo’s unparalleled creativity is his lifelong practice of combining and connecting disparate elements to form new patterns.
Here are some ways to apply Connessione:
1. Look at things that at first glance seem unrelated, and find different ways to link them - For example, you can try to find connections between a bullfrog and the Internet, or mathematics and The Last Supper.
2. Imaginary dialogues -“Talking” with an imaginary role model is a time-honored and very effective way to gain insight and perspective. You can also imagine discussions on your problem between different characters.
3. Origin-all thinking. Think about the origin of things. Choose an object and consider all the elements involved in its creation.