Diluting the WEIRDness in psychology research, one scale at a time.
Dreaming Up A Storm: How Dreams Influence Creativity
Dreams have long been linked to creativity, from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to MIT's recent research on the hypnagogic sleep phase. Studies show that dreaming aids "out-of-the-box" thinking by suppressing logical constraints and encouraging novel connections. Techniques like targeted dream incubation (TDI) and historical methods by Salvador Dali highlight dreams' potential to inspire art and innovation. Whether through neuroscience or imagination, dreams serve as a powerful wellspring for creative expression, awaiting further exploration.
Temporal Landmarks: Turning Points in Our Lives
January 1st or a birthday acts as a temporal landmark i.e. an opportunity for people to start fresh. Temporal landmarks act as a catalyst for people to take action. This article focuses on various factors of temporal landmarks like the psychological reset and motivation, challenges an individual faces, strategies to avoid failure, and external contributions from stakeholders. This article will center around how the factors influence change, the “fresh start effect” and why these factors are vital for sustaining these changes in one’s lifestyle.