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“Creativity is found in the smallest of gestures and the greatest of monuments. It is found in the works that inspire generations and within deep personal insights. It is captured in beginnings and in ends and everywhere in between. Creativity is universal, unbounded and available to all of us. All it asks is that we honour it with courage, compassion, honesty, and humility. For while it is within you it is not yours alone.” ~ Belinda Tobin
Creativity is more than just artistic expression. It is a life-giving force, a universal power that shapes how we understand ourselves, solve problems, and connect with others. It is central to our individual wellbeing and the health of the world in which we live. But what exactly is creativity? And how does it work?
To answer these questions, Understanding Creativity investigates the phenomenon from multiple perspectives, delving into the people, processes and systems that support it. It explores creativity as an embedded energy, present in body and mind, and as a concept ingrained in both science and spirituality.
Discover how creativity is both an exciting philosophy and a challenging practice. Learn about the courage it takes to create, the risks and rewards of innovation, and the profound impact creativity has on individuals, communities and the planet we call home.
However, far from looking at creativity through rose-coloured glasses, Understanding Creativity also considers how this power can be used to corrupt, exploit and embed inequities. It shows that creativity comes with no moral codes but is compliant with the user’s intentions and constrained only by the ethical context within which it operates.
This book doesn’t just explain creativity, it inspires you to embrace it as a way of being and to become an informed consumer of the plethora of products and services that offer to increase your creative ability. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, educator, or someone looking to live more authentically, Understanding Creativity will show you that creativity is an infinitive, a limitless power available for all, and all you need to do is begin.
Understanding Violence is a heartfelt exploration born from the author’s continued distress at the family and domestic violence crisis that has been continuing for decades. To solve the problem of violence, we must first fully understand it, not just one part, but its totality. This book goes beyond the headlines, delving into the varied and often hidden ways violence manifests in our society—from the overt to the subtle, from the physical to the psychological. It shows family violence as one traumatic symptom of a much larger disease. Reducing violence in society then is not just about pointing fingers at “bad people”; it’s about understanding the culture that allows violence to thrive and recognising that we all play a role in its perpetuation.
Drawing from research, personal reflections, and expert insights, the author emphasises that understanding is the first crucial step toward change. By calling out violence in all its forms and unpacking the beliefs, emotions, and systemic issues that underpin violent behaviours, Understanding Violence invites readers to reflect on their own actions and the world around them. It challenges us to look honestly at how violence infiltrates our everyday lives, whether through media, politics, entertainment or unexamined attitudes.
This book is for anyone who believes in a more compassionate, peaceful world. Whether you’re a policymaker, a community leader, or someone seeking to make a difference in your own life, Understanding Violence offers insights to help break the cycle of harm at the source. By fostering a deeper understanding, we can all contribute to meaningful change—starting with ourselves.
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