Third Force Psych
This is one of my favorite psychological theories to focus on. Although I don’t believe in a hard humanistic approach to therapy or theory, I do believe in some of the main beliefs. That all humans are created with a drive to be unique and make a difference in the world. Unless there are severely altered biological or chemical imbalances, I think at the core everyone experiences satisfaction from displaying self-actualizing tendencies or behaviors. This is the backbone for why I believe in art as a form of therapy. I believe that everyone has the ability to create in some form or fashion whether that is through painting, designing, writing, singing, acting, sculpting and through that they are able to tap into and discover new sides of themselves that they didn’t know they previously had. I personally experience extreme satisfaction after finishing any form of art project or writing project even if it is not necessarily pleasing to society. Sadly, I think forms of creativity are discouraged in kids growing up or they are constantly critiqued by art teachers or professors to the point where their confidence is shot and they no longer enjoy creating because it is no longer about expressing themselves in a unique way.
Here is a short clip I found that shows more about art therapy.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exRRwiIFNUU&playnext=1&list=PLB89071E220CA4D8C
Madison Hudson on Blog Post #1 "The Good Life"
10:42 am, 01.21.13
Paige I really want to live in your ideal world. You have great perspective on life and what it means to live a “good life”. However, I want to believe that there is a possibility of your ideal world here on earth while maybe not in this world as a whole, there can be pockets of these communities and it all starts with one person’s passion for this type of lifestyle with a heart of love and compassion for equality. I encourage you to follow your desires and you are farther along on your road of selflessness than you think! Great post!
Madison Hudson on The Good Life
10:28 am, 01.21.13
I really like your thoughts and beliefs on the “good life” and your example of eating with your family. I think that’s rare these days to have family meals for an hour long where there’s no sense of urgency but to enjoy each other’s company. You also wrote that when you get together with friends, it doesn’t matter what you do as long as you are with each other you are happy. That’s an awesome state of mind to be in and so many people take those moments for granted. Sound like you have great perspective and experience in living a life to “love and be loved”!