Blog 6

I found this chapter very interesting especially the parts about manic depression and alcoholism. Both of these illnesses are in my family so I can kind of relate to these topics. I actually never related creativity to either of these illnesses but from what I read in this chapter, it definitely makes sense to me. If someone that has manic depression doesn't take their medicine they would definitely experience a form of altered state of consciousness which would lend to a heightened sense of creativity. I can also see the same effect with alcoholics. It's almost like the person has no inhibitions and would probably not be afraid to try things out. I know for myself when I drink I am more of an outgoing person, where as normally I would be afraid to socialize with someone I don't know. If I am drinking I forget about my worries and just have fun. In this sense I would probably do something I might not normally do, which could make me find out more about myself and where some of my creativity may lie. Of course all these activities would obviously have to be legal! I really learned a lot in this chapter.