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“Dogmatism of all kinds--scientific, economic, moral, as well as political--are threatened by the creative freedom of the artist. This is necessarily and inevitably so. We cannot escape our anxiety over the fact that the artists together with creative persons of all sorts, are the possible…” quote by Rollo May
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“Dogmatism of all kinds--scientific, economic, moral, as well as political--are threatened by the creative freedom of the artist. This is necessarily and inevitably so. We cannot escape our anxiety over the fact that the artists together with creative persons of all sorts, are the possible destroyer of our nicely ordered systems. (p. 76)”

Rollo May

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Creative freedom threatens rigid systems, causing anxiety about disorder.

In simple terms: Creativity disrupts order, causing fear.

Key Takeaway

Embrace creative disruption responsibly.

Themes

creativity anxiety order freedom

Mood

introspective critical

Type

philosophical psychological

When to use this quote

  • artistic expression
  • policy reform
  • education
  • innovation

Key Concepts

Existential tension systemic rigidity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies balance order and creativity?
  • What safeguards prevent destructive disruption?
A Different Perspective

Too much freedom can lead to chaos without guidance.

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