How art changes consciousness.
Art can heal
us, inspire us, and alter our brain chemistry. Scientific reseacrh says about
how art effects the brain. Long before modern neuroscience, artist were
creating works to inspire people and today complex brain imaging scans can show
us just how art changes the physiology of our brains. Contemplation, observing,
and taking in beauty all stimulate pleasure centers within the brain while
increasing blood flow by up to 10% in the medial orbitofrontal cortex. This can
lead to an elevated state of consciousness, wellbeing, and better emotional
health.
Creativity
may be one of the greatest things about being human and art can be a great
teacher for us on this evolutionary journey. We are surrounded by billboards
and advertisements which utilize art to persuade us to purchase things that we
usually don’t need.
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