(Answered) Robert Sternberg has found that to be more creative, you need to spend time gaining knowledge but…

➤ How can I build expertise without becoming mired in it?
Alternate focused study with playful exploration. Use spaced practice and deliberate rehearsal to build reliable skills. Pair deep domain work with cross-disciplinary reading, analogical exercises, and short incubation breaks. Teach ideas to others and set time limits to expose blind spots and keep your thinking flexible.