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Photo credit What is Creativity?Creativity is defined as the tendency to generate or recognize ideas, alternatives, or possibilities that may be useful in solving problems, communicating with others, and entertaining ourselves and others. Three reasons why people are motivated to be creative:
Read more Greek MythologyIn ancient times there were answers to that question. Despite many pantheons of beliefs, I found that the Greeks had the most prominent and well recognized to this very day. They were called The Muses. They totaled nine and were created to bring inspiration, knowledge, artistry, and music to the ancient world. Tasked with the embodiment of certain idealistic artistry. Muses inspired musicians, writers, and performers to reach even greater artistic and intellectual heights. You may recognize a name or two, but few who never studied the Greek pantheon would know all nine. Allow me to introduce them to you, as they may have whispered in your ear while you slept or while you were creating; thereby making your skills even more refined. Read more The Nine Muses
Goddess of memory, Mnemosyne, was said to be the mother of the muses. Nowhere could this writer find a name of a father, which often indicates a mortal mate. It has been stated that the muses were meant to balance their mother to help mortals forget their troubles and suffering, if only for a little while. Hesiod, in his Theogony, claimed he spoke with the muses on Mount Helicon. His claim was they breathed into him their divine voice so he could proclaim the Gods and their descendants. Thus, he was transformed from a shepherd to one of the most prominent poets in antiquity. Whether you’re a writer, musician, dancer, or any other type of creative person you may owe your inspiration to a muse. Many people still claim they must consult their muse, but how many of them know their muse by name? I hope that now if you call upon a muse to inspire you, that you will be able to thank them properly for their gift to you. Source ~Slate R. Raven Guest author
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Lorraine A Carey
9/2/2021 07:28:42 am
Great Post! I love Greek Mythology and really need help from a Muse right now.
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Slate R. Raven
9/2/2021 10:02:40 am
I’ve been interested in Greek mythology since the 4th grade, when we studied it class and had to create a family tree of the ancient Gods. That was when they wanted to skip me into the 6th grade and transfer me away to an advanced school. It really is fascinating. Special thanks to Erika for finding a picture of the 9 muses. I couldn’t find one. 🤷🏻♂️
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Cindy J. Smith
9/2/2021 08:15:29 am
Wow! I never knew all the names of the muses. What a great piece. I remember studying some mythology as a teen but, despite enjoying it, I seem to have let it slide. Thanks for reminding me how wonderful learning can be.
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Slate R. Raven
9/2/2021 10:05:55 am
Few people can mention all 9 which was what attracted me to the subject, while recovering. I remembered Calliope, then thought… what about her sisters? Boom a post was born.
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Cindy J. Smith
9/2/2021 01:02:11 pm
and a great post it is!
Rick
9/2/2021 08:24:42 am
Interesting, I studied Greek mythology back at URI. I’m glad I’m not the only fan of it.
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9/2/2021 08:25:14 am
Great post! I've always been fascinated by Greek mythology, but didn't read much about muses. Now I know my muse is called Calliope.
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Slate R. Raven
9/2/2021 10:08:00 am
It’s amazing how much Calliope could’ve have inspired!
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Cindy J. Smith
9/2/2021 01:04:01 pm
I am not sure which one would be mine
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Alexandra Butcher
9/2/2021 02:17:17 pm
I love the Greek and Roman Myths. There are so much variety and there's a lot of influence still around. I have a diploma in classics, and various other course credits in mythology and ancient Greek history.
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Paula Mann
9/3/2021 11:50:32 am
Such a fascinating post. I have always been interested in mythology, but I didn't know the names of all those muses. Thank you for sharing.
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Suzi
9/3/2021 12:09:21 pm
Very indepth and interesting article. I, too, don't see mine listed. Maybe she is disguising herself.
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