創造的アイデンティティ概念の魅力と研究への提言

抄録

In this article, we discuss Karwowski's concept of creative personal identity and provide research recommendations from the viewpoint of Erikson's identity theory. The most attractive element of the creative personal identity concept is that it plays an important role in translating one's potential creativity into creative behaviors. That is, like Erikson's identity, it acts as a compass guiding a person's daily activities and life toward a better direction. Although this concept embraces appealing elements, it also has issues to be further investigated. The greatest is how one develops a creative personal identity. In the development of Erikson's identity, it is not only self-effort, but also a collaboration with others, mutual coordination, and mutual recognition that are indispensable. Given this, is it possible to collaborate with others while developing a creative personal identity, and if so, might collaboration be necessary? It is hoped that future research will clarify the process of collaborating with others in the development of a creative personal identity.