Feb. 12, 2025

The Act of Creation and the Unquiet Mind : Finding Creativity in Mental Illness

The Act of Creation and the Unquiet Mind : Finding Creativity in Mental Illness
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In this episode ofThe Mad Genius Thesis Podcast, we exploreThe Act of Creation by Arthur Koestler, a groundbreaking study of how creativity emerges in art, science, and humor. Koestler introduces the concept ofbisociation, the process of merging unrelated ideas to spark innovation.

We dive into how conscious and unconscious thought interact in moments of discovery, the psychology behind creative breakthroughs, and the debated link between creativity and mental illness. Is there a universal pattern behind all creative acts? Join us as we unpack Koestler’s insights into the nature of genius.

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