CREATIVITY AND COUNSELING
CREATIVITY AND COUNSELING
The effects of self-expression and creativity on our mental health and well-being have been widely documented. Everyone can benefit from incorporating creative self-expression into their wellness routine. Activities as simple as doodling have been shown to activate the reward pathways in our brain: elevating mood and making us feel better. In addition, creative self-expression can be a powerful tool to help us heal and maintain our mental wellness.
The effects of self-expression and creativity on our mental health and well-being have been widely documented. Everyone can benefit from incorporating creative self-expression into their wellness routine. Activities as simple as doodling have been shown to activate the reward pathways in our brain: elevating mood and making us feel better. In addition, creative self-expression can be a powerful tool to help us heal and maintain our mental wellness.
Get your creative mind going for good mental health while practicing social distancing! Check out ideas below!
Get your creative mind going for good mental health while practicing social distancing! Check out ideas below!
***STUDENTS WHO SUBMIT ANY ART THERAPY ACTIVITY TO MS. GAINES, WILL HAVE THEIR ARTWORK SHOWCASED BELOW!***
***STUDENTS WHO SUBMIT ANY ART THERAPY ACTIVITY TO MS. GAINES, WILL HAVE THEIR ARTWORK SHOWCASED BELOW!***
MANDALAS: an excellent art therapy activity for kids & adults. They are used to create self-expression of emotion, mood and awareness.
Several can be found online! CLICK LINK BELOW.
This cool link below provides HUNDREDS of ideas on how to de-stress using art! There is art for emotions, relaxation, happiness, loss and gratitude.
CLINK LINK BELOW.
intuitivecreativity.typepad.com/expressiveartinspirations/100-art-therapy-exercises.html
MINDFULNESS BOTTLES: Some students have used with these already in my office at school. Used for mindfulness, concentration, focus, calming down or just for fun!
CLICK LINK BELOW FOR DIRECTIONS.
docs.google.com/document/d/1QDENkOk4gpI1oeqRJUgP6Sbxy-RMHQw0c9T2a_XKeAM/edit?usp=sharing