The Arts have existed since folks drew on cave walls and I suspect that there was some humming and harmony back in the day before song writing was a thing. Communal dancing around fires at night was an aboriginal celebration in humanity’s history. Artistic expression by individuals and groups seems to be embedded in our DNA. And one of the things that saved me when I first came to America as a kid, was this country’s passion for Arts and Culture.
Deborah Levine founded the American Diversity Report in 2006. She is a Forbes Magazine top "Trailblazer" and award-winning author of 20 books. Her published articles span decades including: American Journal of Community Psychology, Journal of Public Management & Social Policy, The Bermuda Magazine, The Harvard Divinity School Bulletin.
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You’ve certainly had your share of transformative experiences. Even though I’m a scientist, I thoroughly enjoy the arts too. Creativity can bubble up anywhere.
Thank you, Kenyada. Creativity comes in many forms and must be nurtured, valued, and incentivized.
I absolutely agree with you. Like arts and crafts and math are both important. To some, math is Art just like singing is art depending on the child. We must spark creativity in their minds.