What Is Creativity?

The idea of Creativity is a rather broad subject that few understand. When you are asked to think of creativity, what comes to mind? I bet it was a musician or artist. But, what if creativity wasn't just found in your typical artistic endeavors?

 Creativity is far more impactful and complex than simply affecting how well someone can produce artwork or play an instrument. It boils down to our very core of being; it interacts with ones personality and choices of self expression. For some, it is even the basis of their self-confidence.

These nuanced ways in which creativity impacts individuals accounts for the differences in strengths and weaknesses that can be observed between members of any given community. This is why Suzan in accounting may be extremely gifted with mathematical problems, while Sally over in partner relations finds it enjoyable to be the leader of a large group. This is because each person express their creativity in different ways, and these preconceived strengths are actually creative outlets for each person.

The ideas discussed above can be further explored through the magnitude of research that has come from the work of Kaufman and Baghetto's discussion on the 4C's of creativity. Studies have shown how creativity can be impactful in in interpersonal development, those "ah-ha" moments when someone grasps a concept, and the desire to pursue various paths throughout ones life. Even when examining the work of Zhu et. all, it is easy to see just how interrelated ones interests and ability to understand things easily directly correlate to their passion and profession.

So, the next time you are sitting around wondering why your peer can grasp a subject substantially easier than you, just remember that these varied strengths are simply individual differences in creative expression shining through. Chase those passions and don't be afraid to express yourself, and let your creative identity shine through!