Have you ever thought about attending an underwater rave? Neither had I—until I came across a fascinating study conducted in 2022 that explored how extreme experiences can impact creativity. This study took participants to an underwater rave to investigate the link between thrilling experiences and creative thinking. Spoiler alert: the results were pretty exciting!
The researchers found that engaging in extreme activities—whether it's dancing at an underwater rave, visiting Disneyland for the first time, or going bungee jumping—has a profound effect on divergent thinking. Divergent thinking is essentially your brain’s ability to generate a wide range of ideas, innovate, and think creatively outside the box. It helps you come up with new concepts, turn abstract ideas into reality, and find solutions across different categories.
So, why does a bit of fear and excitement boost creativity? It turns out that the mix of happiness and fear that we feel during these activities jolts our minds into a more flexible, innovative state. We become better at seeing connections and finding new ways of doing things—essentially, becoming more creative.
If you’re looking for more inspiration or want to break out of a creative rut, try stepping outside your comfort zone and doing something thrilling (but safe!). Whether it’s trying something new, or simply pushing your boundaries, these moments of excitement might just be the key to unlocking your next big idea.
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