The socio-biological evolution of creativity
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The proposed theory of the evolution of creativity in this article combines insights from Mumford, Wallas, and Simonton to argue that creativity is a product of both biological and environmental factors. It emphasizes the importance of understanding creativity within the broader context of human existence, including the interplay between space, time, and socio-biological elements. The theory of creative evolution suggested in this article emphasizes the connection between human-space-time wholeness and the evolution of creativity. It proposes that creativity has evolved from the emergence of momentary extended phenotype creativity to aesthetic creativity evolved from four essential socio-biological elements: "1", "Correct", "Proper", "Good", and "Love" to our physical-social surroundings in the journey to "Beauty," and the "Aesthetic,". Ultimately, the paper concludes by proposing that humanity can strive to save itself from potential extinction by nurturing a generation that combines creativity and empathy with a higher level of inner connection and a more creative educational system that will address the creation of a harmonious future.