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Simplifying Complexity
What makes us creative?
Oct 2, 2023
In this episode, complexity science is applied to creativity. The idea of society as a complex cognitive system is explored, along with simultaneous invention and the concept of the adjacent possible. The role of creativity in a larger ecosystem of ideas and individuals is discussed, as well as the collaborative nature of Steven Hawking's work. The limitations of traditional reductionism are highlighted, showing the emergence of qualitatively different outcomes in complex systems.
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- Creativity is not solely a product of an individual's brain, but is influenced by the complex cognitive system of society as a whole.
- A complex systems perspective of creativity involves examining the interactions between individuals, ideas, and the larger conceptual ecosystem.
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Creativity as a Complex Cognitive System
Creativity is often viewed as a mysterious and individualistic process, but applying a complex systems perspective reveals that it is a product of distributed cognitive systems. When examining creativity, it is essential to consider not just the individual's brain, but also the wider society as a complex cognitive system. By looking at society as a whole, we can understand how ideas, discoveries, and innovations emerge and spread. This perspective helps explain the phenomenon of simultaneous invention, where different individuals arrive at similar groundbreaking ideas at the same time. Creativity, when viewed as an emergent property of a complex system, becomes more understandable and predictable.
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