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I've been doing a lot of research on creativity lately and the consensus seems to be that any strong emotion can make a person feel more creative. Joy or depres

I've been doing a lot of research on creativity lately and the consensus seems to be that any strong emotion can make a person feel more creative. Joy or depression, love or hate. It seems contradictory and people prefer clear messages, which is why I'd imagine that the authors of the respective pieces decided to present only one side or the other. It makes sense to me at least. People are most creative when they are out of their comfort zone and seeing the world from a slightly different perspective. Whether that's being unusually happy or unusually sad, any emotional condition that changes point of view can lead to ideas that wouldn't normally occur.

Filligree 12y ago
"Strong emotions cause creativity" isn't the least bit contradictory... is it?
Nowyouknow 12y ago
When I'm sad or depressed, I feel "stuck". All my side projects, all my fun hobbies, everything I normally get excited about goes on hold. Heck, I can't even function properly at my job. The feeling grips me and causes a dull headache. I feel alone and I can't shake it. Normally, I can be alone and pursue all my fun passion projects. Or be able to learn. Or perform my job like a man on drugs. When sad, though. I'm a zombie. Nothing inspires creativity, nothing makes me excited. When I feel like that, I'm definitely not in my comfort zone. If you want help with your research, PM me and I'll be happy to share my experience with you.