Creativity is our birthright; like air and water, I think we need it to live well. Creativity is expansive and fluid, and we can let it come into our lives in many ways -- through traditional art-making activities, through hobbies, through work, and problem-solving. I hope you pursue creative flow activities often.
Explore the power of creative self-care to reduce overthinking using four modalities: body connection, art process/creativity, nature, and writing/journaling.
Van Gogh's Letters; Texts from a 93-year-old Mom; Reframing the Empty Nester Journey (podcast episode 55: Van Gogh on Great Things from Smallness: Why Little Steps Matter)
Inspired by Vincent van Gogh: Small steps forward, consistency, and conscious learning make any great thing come to life -- your art, your personal growth goals, or your creative self-care.
Minimalist Doodling; essential oils to reduce inflammation; noticing (podcast episode 53 Stripping Down to Essentials: Exploring Minimalism in Midlife)
Creativity Quotes; Mindfulness and Creativity; NYT Animated Short Film: Modern Love (podcast episode 51 - Making Time for Art: A 10-Minute Creative Challenge)