There are many benefits to artistic expression. Creativity meets developmental needs and is an essential part of the human experience. Berman examined the importance of personal journal or diary entries as stories of immense worth and creativity. Through the detailed study of Francisco Goya s life and works, Winkler found evidence of moral expression and teaching about the human spirit through the visual arts. This may suggest that creativity is reserved for the young.
People differ in the timing of their creative expression.
Interest in the related areas of spirituality and creativity is growing. The article focuses on how experiences in nature generate spirituality by examining past and current literary works. Increased longevity, improved health and a decline in ageism have changed the opportunities for development of creativity in older adults. There are countless examples of quite famous and talented artists who have continued, improved or begun artistic expression late in life. Inactivity Periods of time are needed to focus on inner resources and to be removed from the constraints of routine activities.