The Creative Link: Why Creativity Is Essential to Your Well-Being and Health
Creativity and well-being!
The very FIRST EPISODE of ORIGINATE NOW is now live! I’m your host, and I open up about the life-shifting moment that inspired me to finally launch the show and how creativity, along with intention, is vital not just for making art, but for thriving in your everyday life.
If you’ve been craving more meaning, creativity, and intention in your life, this show is for you. Let’s dive into why creativity is more than just something ‘fun’… it’s essential to your well-being, as well! 🙂
In honor of National Creativity Day on Friday, May 30th, I dive into the science behind why creativity is essential for your mental health and happiness.
Topics Discussed in this Episode
- How creativity is scientifically linked to better mental health, lower stress, and more joy
- Why intentionality is the secret ingredient to a more balanced, creative life
- Three science-backed ways to add creative moments to your week (even if you’re busy!)
- How I redefined my creative process as a new mom, entrepreneur, and storyteller
- The mindset shift of starting now, instead of waiting for the ‘perfect time’
3 Small But Powerful Creative Practices
- Visualize the Day: Use intentional visualization to plan your day like a painting; harness mental imagery to create purpose-driven energy.
- The Music Moment: Create a feel-good playlist, dance in the kitchen, or play an instrument. Research shows music increases dopamine and feelings of connection.
- The Creative Hour: Block just one hour each week for a creative project or creative free play. Studies show creative hobbies boost positive moods and support mental health.
References From the Creative Moments In the Episode
- The Music Moment – Brain & Music Study
- The Creative Hour – Creative Activity Study
- Additional Study on Creativity & Well-Being – Being Creative Makes You Happier: The Positive Effect of Creativity on Subjective Well-Being
Let’s Get Intentional
Use these prompts to infuse your days with intention and clarity:
- What matters to me this week?
- What small creative action can I take today?
- How do I want to feel at the end of the day?
Free Download:
Tap into the episode’s creative moments with our free companion PDF guide: Get your free guide on how to weave more creativity into your week! Download here!
Weekly Challenge
Capture one joyful moment this week, then write about it in three sentences. That’s it. Describe it in three sentences!
Quote of the Week
“Creativity is not optional… it’s literally linked to your mental health, your longevity, and your redemptive narrative for how you heal.”
— Eve Rodsky, author of Fair Play & Find Your Unicorn Space
🗓️ Don’t Forget:
National Creativity Day is this Friday, May 30th! How are you celebrating? Let me know on Instagram or shoot me an email, podcasts@thehappykind.com.
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Complete transcript available here!
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