Josh Has Written Six Novels

question 38

Multiple Choice

Josh has written six novels.None have been published and he's become bitter.Over drinks at a bar,Josh tells you that many great writers were alcoholics and depressives - so he sees no need to adopt a positive outlook on life.What's your advice for him?

• A) He's right. High self-esteem and a positive outlook on life do not correlate with creativity.
• B) He's wrong. Though some writers may have been depressives, high self-esteem and a positive outlook on life correlate strongly with creativity.
• C) He's right. High self-esteem and a positive outlook on life actually destroy any creativity you might have and prevent you from learning to be creative.
• D) He's wrong. High self-esteem and a positive outlook are the only traits that improve creativity.

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