“I’d rather be a hypocrite than the same person forever.” -Adam Horowitz aka Ad-Rock
“The sage has no fixed mind; she is aware of the needs of others.” –Tao Te Ching by Lao-Tzu
The scientific method revolves around stating a hypothesis, and then running numerous experiments to see if the hypothesis is correct. If the experiments and evidence support the original hypothesis, great. If they don’t, the scientist comes up with a new hypothesis. They change their mind. They don’t double down on their original belief.
In the same way, we can start out with a theory or belief. This belief can guide our initial actions. But as we encounter more people, places and things, as we learn more, as our worldview expands, if we now believe something else, then it’s perfectly okay to change our minds. To have a new belief. To say, “You know what, I was wrong. I’ve changed my mind.” This is what having a growth mindset is all about.
One great reason to make your art is that it engenders empathy for the entire human condition. At its best, art can truly can change people’s hearts and minds.
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