Quote of the day

[zestfive]

Each of us is born with two contradictory sets of instructions: a conservative tendency, made up of instincts for self-preservation, self-aggrandizement, and saving energy, and an expansive tendency made up of instincts for exploring, for enjoying novelty and risk--the curiosity that leads to creativity belongs to this set. But whereas the first tendency requires little encouragement or support from outside to motivate behavior, the second can wilt if not cultivated. If too few opportunities for curiosity are available, if too many obstacles are put in the way of risk and exploration, the motivation to engage in creative behavior is easily extinguished.
Author: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Comments

[killerjoe.livejournal.com]

Wow. Heady and interesting stuff.

[zestfive.livejournal.com]

yeah, I just picked up a book by this guy, I'm excited about reading it. Now, if I could just find the time...

I'm also reading a book about "Urban Tribes" which is about young people (20-30's) who haven't gotten married or etc but form their own families. Seems interesting but so far rather repetative.

What have you been reading lately?