Note from the author: the word spiritual in this article is nonreligious and mainly serves to explain and emphasize the internal character of art's effect on the mind. Imagine a new house you are about to move into, with no furniture, only the walls, the windows, and the doors. When you step into that space, you will start creating your own cozy masterpiece called home. It will take time, lots of effort, and probably some professional assistance decorating it. Leaving that space blank will keep[...]