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In the practical work of a clinical nurse as well as in general research activity, the sudden flash In the practical work of a clinical nurse as well as in general research activity, the sudden flash of an idea ("innfall") can be a liberating and creative influence. Such an intuitive idea may have a decisive impact by throwing an illuminating and critical light on the work of the practical nurse and that of the researcher alike. Indeed, I will maintain that the sudden flash of ideas influences all creative thinking, all scientific discoveries, as well as our own daily lives. A spontaneous flash of an idea is something that suddenly enters one’s mind, a notion not thought of previously. You have to catch it in its flight and fly into creativity on its wings. It cannot be planned for or constructed. However, it is possible to establish conditions and prepare room for flash ideas to occur - it will not come without such preparations. It further requires courage to open up for, take on, pursue and explore such a spontaneous notion, since it may require changes in one’s way of thinking and working. The point of orientation for the following discussion will be (the Danish theologian and philosopher) K.E Løgstrup’s thoughts on the sudden flash of an idea ("innfallet").

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