Episode 47 | Neuropsychology & Creativity

Ever wondered how creativity actually works in your brain? In this mind-expanding conversation, Evie and Emily unpack the fascinating connection between neuropsychology and creative expression. Discover how your brain's networks interact during creative tasks and why regular creative practice might be just as crucial for your brain health as physical exercise is for your body!   Episode Highlights: Creativity isn’t limited to one side of the brain Three key brain networks involved in creativity Dopamine’s role in creativity The relationship between mental health conditions and imbalances in brain networks How trauma affects brain functioning and creative expression Fun creative thinking exercises to boost your brain health   Helpful Links: Emotion Wheel Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking   The Four Q’s Question: Based on our discussion of the various brain networks, do you feel you have a healthy balance? Or do you tend to be more dominant in the default mode network or the executive control network? Quest: Practice one of the drawing techniques presented in the episode. Quality Creativity: Bilateral Drawings for engaging the entire brain. Sign up for our newsletter for details. Quote: “Creativity, not normality, has become the paradigm of mental health.” Steven Mitchell   For additional info, check out our show notes page: Episode 47: Neuropsychology & Creativity   Sign up for our newsletter: Creative Connections And if you’re ready, we have free guides! To explore your creative self: Re-discover Your Creative Self To optimize your brain health: Fuel Your Focus   Connect with The Everyday Creative Collective Email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @theeverydaycreativecollective Check us out on Pinterest   Have a creative week!   Episode Credits: We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.   Music: Theme Music: “Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠. Break Background Music: "Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠