There are all sorts of other benefits people report along with the latest scientific research. It also helps with self-esteem, clearing head space and is a great detox from our digital world. Connectedness to tradition and intergeneration’s were also reported benefits in the latest American Academy of Neurology report on crafting.
We believe it is really important to create “creative” habits and here are some the Bead Vault girls use regularly.
The most obvious one is we all love to make jewellery at home which is our happy place. Whether it be string, linking and wire wrapping beads, kneading and shaping polymer clay or hammering some metal sheet.
Here are some other creative habits...
Keep a beautiful notebook and use it daily not just for lists, but for journaling, doodling, inspiration which can strike at any time, things you have learnt, things you want to learn, rants and more. This habit keeps you in the moment and you don't have to be just keeping to one form of writing. Plus it is also time away from screens which is a big bonus.
Pottering inside with indoor plants has so many benefits not just to have plants detox your pad but in caring and styling your plants forces you to slow down, is a creative fix and is a great detsressor.
When you are wound up from work and just want a night in front of the TV why don’t you spend time on a hobby instead?
You could find yourself feeling calmer, happier, and more relaxed.
What is your creative habit? What does it help you to be?