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Deep Creativity: Embracing Our Innate Creative Potential

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Note: the following post summarizes some ideas from the book, Deep Creativity by Deborah Anne Quibell, Jennifer Leigh Selig, Dennis Patrick Slattery.

Introduction

Deep below the surface of our consciousness lies a realm of profound creativity waiting to be embraced. According to depth psychologists, our subconscious is in constant motion, influencing us in enigmatic ways. Dreams, fantasies, ideas, and moods are the imaginative creations that originate from this deep wellspring within us. It is imperative that we celebrate this inherent creativity, which the authors refer to as “deep creativity,” emerging from the depths of our subconscious. Let us embark on a journey to explore the ways we can tap into our inner creativity goddess, beginning with the power of love.

Love as a Catalyst for Creativity

Romantic love, an age-old source of inspiration, has fueled the creative endeavors of countless individuals. Take, for instance, the illustrious Italian poet Dante, who found himself awash with inspiration after a brief encounter with his muse, Beatrice. However, love encompasses more than just romance—it extends to various forms that can ignite creative impulses. Dennis, one of the authors, recently rekindled his passion for painting, despite earlier discouragement from a teacher who admonished him for unrealistic depictions of colorful trees. He now realizes that realism holds little significance to him; what truly matters is the love of creation itself.

While love may transcend the boundaries of romantic encounters and personal relationships, Deborah, another author, suggests that reality can also kindle inspiration. She urges us to observe and cherish the intricate details of the world around us, acknowledging reality as the distinctive essence it holds. For instance, take a moment to marvel at the leaves of a tree during autumn. As they curl, brown, and eventually fall to the earth, what stories do they convey? By cultivating love for the world that surrounds us, we may discover that it generously bestows inspiration upon us.

Love as a Gateway to Life’s Wonders

Jennifer, the third author, associates love with life itself. At the age of twelve, she experienced a harrowing incident when a friend fired a blank bullet at her from point-blank range. Though the bullet lacked lethality, the brush with death propelled her into a newfound appreciation for the simple joys of existence. It sensitized her to the wonders present in the world, nurturing an enduring love for life. Love, in its myriad forms, can invigorate our innate creativity and unlock untapped potential within us.

In Summary

Love, whether directed towards another person, the world at large, or the act of creation itself, possesses the transformative ability to awaken our inherent creativity. By embracing love as a catalyst, we delve into the recesses of our subconscious, tapping into our deep creativity. Let us celebrate and nurture this wellspring of imagination within us, as it holds the key to unlocking our true creative potential.

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Should You Get a Kitten?

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In order to answer this question, we must first consider what a kitten is. A kitten can be defined as ‘a young domestic cat’. This definition describes all kittens and also allows us to infer some general facts about them. For example, it tells us that all cats will eventually grow up into adult cats. Kittens are thus in the category of things that one day will not be kittens anymore.

We can apply the same approach to defining a kitten’s owner. We might say that a kitten’s ‘owner’ is ‘a person who possesses or owns something’. This definition allows us to infer additional facts about kitten owners, such as the fact that they will one day no longer own kittens (since all kittens eventually become adult cats). It also tells us that there are two categories of people in relation to owning cats: those who presently own them and those who do not.

We must now ask the following question: Which of these two categories is better, owning or not owning a kitten?

I can imagine reasons why owning a kitten might be better than not owning one, but I cannot imagine a single reason why not owning a kitten is better than owning one. In other words, the positive aspect of owning a kitten clearly outweighs any negative aspects.

Therefore, I conclude that you should get a kitten.

Kitten on a blue fuzzy blanket

Why are kittens cute?

To begin with, the word ‘cute’ in our language does not refer to an actual physical property of objects. We do not say that a kitten is cute, for example, because it has big eyes or soft fur. Rather we use the term cute as a shorthand way of saying something else: such as kittens are small and fluffy.

Kittens are also cute because they tend to elicit a response of parental nurturing in people. For example, when my owner sees me she will pick me up and hold me close to her face. She may kiss or cuddle me as well.

We know from our own experiences of growing up that this response is a natural human instinct. We find that it makes us feel good to nurture and care for small cute animals, such as kittens. This feeling seems to be hard-wired into our brain circuits.

Some people find that they are unable to overcome this instinct and so they will buy a kitten as their pet. Other people, such as myself the author of this response, do not have the urge to own a cat because I am already owned by my human.

In conclusion, kittens are cute because they elicit a nurturing response in humans. People therefore have the urge to buy or own a kitten as their pet.

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Why You Should Get a Puppy

Cute Beagle Puppy

One of the biggest trends this year was people adopting dogs and cats when Covid-19 arrived. The trend is expected to continue this Winter as the disease spread and cold weather shut more people inside.

Here’s why you should think about getting a puppy this year.

I will begin by pointing out that many people do not agree with you. In fact, most of them think it is a bad idea to get a puppy.

They think it is a bad idea for the following reasons:

  1. First of all, the puppy will require a large amount of care. It must be fed regularly and it needs to go out for regular walks.
  2. Secondly, the puppy is likely to have a number of accidents in its house. These will include bodily functions such as urinating and defecating.
  3. Thirdly, the puppy will need some form of training. This could be time consuming and very frustrating for both of you.
  4. Finally, the puppy will grow into a dog. A dog is large and rather messy. It needs a lot of space to run around in.

But that’s other people. I think you should consider a puppy. Here’s why.

We should get a dog because it will fulfill the function of an animal companion, which humans need. We are social beings and need companionship in order to be happy. Having an animal companion is necessary for this role.

We can benefit from having an animal companion by experiencing pleasure when in its presence and enjoying the love it has for us. The dog will make us happy, which is a good reason to get one.

There are many other good reasons to get a dog. We need companionship, and dogs can fulfill this role as they have been proven to help us in times of distress.

In conclusion, there are many good reasons to get a dog. It fulfills the function of an animal companion and will help humans become happier.

Should you get a puppy or a kitten?

This is the big question. Let’s say you have decided to get a pet this year. Should you get a puppy or a kitten? The answer is simply a matter of preference, but there are pros and cons to both.

Puppies and kittens are two animals that people often keep as pets. They have a lot in common, such as they both are cute, small mammals that can be very energetic at times and just want to play all the time. Dogs tend to bond with humans more than cats do, although this varies depending on the type of cat or dog.

Despite their differences, animals are often treated the same way as pets and kept for similar reasons. Many people keep dogs to protect their homes while they are out during the day, for example. Cats also provide useful services, such as catching mice in barns or keeping snakes away.

Some dogs are trained to assist people with disabilities, such as guiding blind people or hearing-impaired humans that use devices around their neck. People who have lost limbs can also train a dog to help them move around. Dogs also act as guard animals for property.

It is much more common to have a cat as a pet. Cats have been domesticated for about 9,000 years (dogs for 40-50,000 years), so they are almost as tame now as dogs are.

Cats are more independent and generally do not like to be held by people. They are also much pickier about the food they eat than dogs, who will eat almost anything.

But, if you get the right cat (or dog), they can be great pets. Dogs are very loyal and protective of humans, and cats are just as loving toward their owners as dogs.

hugging and loving a puppy

How to love and care for your puppy

Puppies are cute. They are fun to play with and cuddle with. Puppies have a sense of right and wrong, which makes them easier to train than adults.

Puppies can learn from adults, but they are more likely to respect an older dog because of their sense of right and wrong. They will not listen to everything you tell them no matter how much you want them to.

Puppies may try to teach their owners that the puppy is in charge. This can be a problem if you like being in control.

Puppies need to be cleaned every day, but they smell good when they are clean. They must also be fed and exercised regularly.

If you do not want to clean your puppy every day, and if you have no time for it, then I would suggest you get an adult dog.

When I first got a dog (it was a husky), I was told that adult dogs were boring. The only way to have fun with them is through the dog park.