No one outgrows their love of fun—at least, I sure hope not. So, why not embrace it? Time for creative expression vastly improves one’s health. You don’t need to spend your time producing a work of art, rather, a leisurely fifteen minutes or so with Crayola and a coloring page is enough to provide a healthy distraction, shake off stress, lower blood pressure, decompress, and reinvigorate. Creativity also has proven benefits beyond the related stress-reduction. It improves disposition, mental clarity, and overall wellbeing. It also improves communication and lessons the sting of trauma. This is just a sampling.
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The Denver Art Museum shares a wonderful article on The Benefits of Creativity for Adults. Within, Tim Carpenter, founder and executive director of EngAGE, states “Most people agree that art-making is good for kids, but being creative is good for adults, too. And, contrary to conventional wisdom, creativity is especially good for older adults.”
The article by UnLonely, Unlock the Power of Creative Expression for a Happier and Healthier Life, explores how creativity builds connections. “Getting lost in a painting, humming along to your favorite song, or jotting down your thoughts in a journal is not only is it enjoyable, but it’s actually good for your brain and your relationships!”
In the Forbes article, Here’s How Creativity Actually Improves Your Health, “Doing the activities that make us feel good (dopamine rush) are genuinely good for us, too.”
According to clinicians at Diversus Health in Colorado, “Expressing ourselves through creative and artistic activities can help to relieve stress and anxiety, and lessen shame, anger, and depression after experiencing a traumatic event.”
“Merging the realms of creativity and healthy aging holds the promise of a life filled with vigor, mental agility, and an ever-burning spark of enthusiasm.” This, according to the Summer House shared article, 6 Reasons Why Creativity Is the Key Of Healthy Aging.
Stated in the VeryWell article entitled, How Creativity Positively Impacts Your Health, “It helps us create works of beauty, problem solve, and refresh our bodies and our minds. It’s fun, and when you are having fun, you are positively impacting your health.”
The wellness experts at Better You agree. “Creativity is a powerful brain stimulator. Engaging in creative activities activates various parts of our brain, including those responsible for cognitive function, problem-solving, and emotional regulation. This stimulation can lead to increased neural connectivity, which enhances brain function and promotes mental agility.”
Dr. Maria Chute, shares how creative pursuits improve one’s physical, mental, and emotional health in her article, What are the health benefits of being creative?
Again, this is just a sample of proof of how creativity can change your life for the better. It’s also a gentle reminder that you’re on the right (or should I say, write) path when you indulge in creative expression. Let guilt go and get onto your hobbies and art and let your joy, and health, grow.
I hope this article provided you with a few applicable ideas. I would be honored if you shared this on social media. And speaking of sharing, please share your own ideas and experiences below. Together, we can build an uplifting community that focuses on supporting each other’s happiness, wellbeing, creativity, and success.
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