Unlocking the Power of Art: Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen on Creativity and Mental Health
This episode will remind you why creativity should be a priority in your life, even if (maybe especially if) you don’t think of yourself as a creative person.
Ever wondered how engaging in art can transform your mental health? In this thought-provoking episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen, the brilliant minds behind the book 'Your Brain on Art'. They dive into the fascinating science that explains how participating in the arts can reshape our brains and bodies.
Ross and Magsamen share compelling insights into neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to adapt and change—and how creativity taps into this remarkable process. They emphasize that you don't need to be a professional artist to benefit; even simple creative activities can have profound effects on your well-being. Especially during tough times like the COVID-19 pandemic, art can be a powerful tool for emotional expression and mental resilience.
Whether you consider yourself creative or not, this episode is packed with reasons to make art a part of your life. Tune in to discover how a splash of creativity can brighten your mental landscape.