Excellence, Aesthetics, Creativity and Genius

A set of vocabulary flashcards related to aesthetics, creativity, music, and their connection to emotional and physical well-being.

Grit

Self-disciplined and high in persistence and passion.

Aesthetics

An appreciation of the beautiful and the sublime.

Attributes of the Aesthetic Experience

Characteristics that include pleasure, intrinsic interest, absorption, and challenge.

Positive Emotions (in Music)

Emotions triggered by music that lead to engagement, attention, and focus in life.

Health Benefits of Music

Improves recovery, coping skills, and enhances the immune system, among other benefits.

Creativity

The ability to think of multiple uses or approaches to a problem, as illustrated by asking for uses of a paper clip.

Musicians vs Non-Musicians

Musicians often have a larger corpus callosum and enhanced abstract reasoning, attention, and concentration.

Emotional contagion

The phenomenon where music evokes shared emotions among listeners.

Neuroplasticity

The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections, enhanced by music.

Art and Well-being

Involvement in artistic activities promotes coping mechanisms and emotional health.