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22 posts tagged
CREATIVITY
The hidden benefits of doodling
From boosting focus to supporting emotional wellbeing, your absent-minded doodles might be doing you more good than you realise…
Why the paint-by-numbers revival is a stroke of genius
This popular creative activity can offer an accessible way to add colour and calm to modern life…
5 creative practices for people who are neurodivergent
When neurotypical advice falls flat, find inspiration in these tips from AuDHD creative therapy practitioner, Allegra Chapman……
The surprising benefits of viewing art at a mindful pace
Research suggests that simply enjoying artwork at a more measured pace can be powerful for our mental health...…
5 science-backed ways that poetry can improve your mental health
Whether you're scribbling verses in a journal or simply reading poems that speak to your soul, research shows that poetry offers genuine therapeutic benefits that can help us navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and hope.…
7 tips from writers on getting started with poetry
From self-imposed constraints to getting to the heart of your message, these creative tips are designed for budding poets who need help putting pen to paper…
Exploring the close connection between creativity and stress
We explore why stress and creativity are so intertwined, with tips on how to use creativity when feeling stressed…
Unravelling the power of yarn bombing
Meet the unconventional street artists bringing joy to urban spaces, one stitch at a time…