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Welcome to another week of self-care! We're beginning the week with:
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Did You Know?
Doing ___ minutes of art can ease cortisol levels.
Scroll for the answer!
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The Benefits of Doodling
Doodling can do more than pass the time when you're bored — there are some great benefits, too!
- Can help you understand things better: One study found that people who doodle during a lecture or meeting can remember things better than those who don't!
- Helps you tap into creativity and avoid getting bored: When you doodle, you have something to focus on, and it helps you think and tap into different ideas!
- Boost your mood and ease stress: The repetitive nature of doodling dots and lines can be calming. And the drawing can also boost your mood!
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Image courtesy of Nicolás Pinilla
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What We're Watching: Doodle Ideas To Get Inspired
Doodling can be relaxing, fun, and inspiring!
But where do you begin? Do you find yourself drawing the same shapes or items over and over?
We've loved watching a video to spark inspiration for some of our doodle drawings!
Check out 50 Cute Doodle Ideas... from Shayda Campbell here.
Then, grab a pen and paper, and let your doodles whisk you away!
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Image courtesy of pure julia
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Ideas To Explore Your Creativity When You Don't Know Where To Begin
Some of us shy away from creative projects because we don't consider ourselves inherently "artistic."
However, creativity spans so many different areas of our lives! And just because you may not be an expert at something doesn't mean you can't enjoy it!
Tapping into our creativity allows us to explore our emotions, learn new skills, and discover more about ourselves!
Here are a few ways you can explore creativity — even when you're not sure how to start:
- Consume materials from other creatives: Reading, writing, watching movies, and more are all great ways to spark your creative ideas!
- Take pictures: Taking photos — even of things that are a part of your daily routine — is a great way to look at things from a different angle.
- Create a vision board: Think about what inspires you and a few goals you have. Then, whether digitally or physically — find photos, words, or representations of that, and put them together into a vision board!
- Get crafty: If you are interested in painting or another medium but don't know where to begin, don't overthink it, and don't set rules for yourself! Classes are a great way to introduce yourself to something new. Or you could try a kit like a paint-by-number to lessen the pressure of finding out what to paint!
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Image courtesy of Katie Goertzen
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Parting Thoughts:
- Did You Know: 20 minutes! Whether you draw, paint, or do another creative art activity, just a few minutes can have positive benefits on your well-being!
- 🏼♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week!
- Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: From doodling to writing, finding different ways to explore your creativity can help you feel inspired.
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