Art for Healing

Thanks for the like Colleen.

Thanks for the like John.

Thanks for the like Jennifer.

I also find that either visiting Art Museums, participating in Art classes, and teaching art to young children, makes me feel better! Art also helps me unwind at the end of my day, and helps me heal whenever I feel anxious or upset! I find Art to be my "go to" every day,regardless of how my day actually went ! My best way of reducing stress however, is writing my book or writing in my journal

Thanks for the like Ginger.

As I read through the words of others I realize that chopping veggies can also be an art. I have known many creative ones over the years that want their talent out there and on display. I do not want mine hanging in a gallery as each one is a part of me and I feel exposed and on display. One of the shy ones. ☹️

What a very insightful comment, @parus. I appreciate your sharing that part of yourself on Connect.

I am intrigued as well as moved by your comment, "Everything I see and do is through an art lens, the foundation of my life." Could you share a bit more about what that means to you, @harriethodgson1??

For example, when you see a portion of your life through the "art lens" how is that part of life changed (or perhaps enriched)?

I am acutely aware of shapes, colors, color combinations, and textures. I have absolute pitch so when I hear a bird sing, I hear the notes, such as g, f sharp, d. I'm aware of the rhythm of language and fascinated by it, which is why I'm a writer. I look upon cooking as love and enjoy cooking for others. All of these things add richness to my life.

Wow, that is great, @harriethodgson1. Thanks for expanding on that thought, it opens up some new vistas for me.