The inspiring effect of love on creativity is not a new concept, with artists like Van Gogh and writers like John Keats deriving their greatest inspirations for creation from love, or the lack of it. Although abundant research exists on mood states and creativity, the relationship between love and creativity has yet to be observed in depth. Through an analysis of existing evidence of the relationship between the two concepts, this blog aims to touch upon the intricacies of human emotion– how it can shape, magnify, and even fuel our creative endeavours. 

Although the effects of social influence on real-life interactions have been extensively studied, research into online social influence is limited. Its manifestation in the form of movements such as ‘Cancel Culture’ and ‘Woke Culture’ allows us to reconsider the extent to which the Internet lets us express our identity and opinions freely and uninhibitedly. Ultimately, one question remains: Is the Internet taking away our voices?