Physicist Arthur Zajonc suggests that our culture urgently needs the cognitive capacities of artists. But what exactly are those capacities, and why are they so vital to us now? Perhaps these capacities begin with an artist’s willingness to dwell in uncertainty. Where others seek clarity and definitive answers, the artist embraces confusion, allowing it to…
“The experience of Nirvana exists in the consciousness of our right hemisphere, and at any moment, we can choose to hook into that part of our brain.” ~ Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, Neuroanatomist With the exception of the arts, our culture largely neglects and dismisses metaphoric and symbolic knowing. The field of depth psychology has…
Right-brain learning isn’t about memorizing facts or following rigid methods—it’s about accessing a deeper, more intuitive way of understanding. This approach to learning is profoundly creative, connected, and transformative. Here are five defining qualities of right-brain learning: 1. Heart Wisdom Right-brain learning connects us to a sense of meaning that transcends logic. It’s deeply personal…
In an article titled The Creativity Crisis in Newsweek, Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman highlight a compelling study of MacArthur “genius” award recipients. Researchers discovered a fascinating commonality among these highly creative individuals: many of them spent their childhoods immersed in creating “paracosms,” or richly detailed fantasy worlds. These weren’t fleeting daydreams. These children constructed…
As I was packing up my mother’s nursing home room after her death, I found a little heart-shaped stone that said ‘serenity’ on it. I took it back to California with me and I hold it frequently. It’s heavy, it has form, it feels soothing, and it reminds me of her. I love the weight…
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