TaskHuman Talks: Tap Into Your Creativity

“To try something new is to be creative…to survive is to be creative.”

There are endless ways to be creative. Yet, many people shy away from art as a practice because there’s an assumption that you need to be considered an “artist.” In this TaskHuman Talks Podcast episode, coaches Jamie Carroll and Denise Schor explore what creativity means and share how to incorporate creativity into your stress management and self-care routine.

What Does It Mean To Be Creative?

We may conventionally think of painting, drawing, photography, singing, etc. as creative practices but they can also include things like cooking, decorating, rearranging furniture, getting creative with movements like yoga and martial arts, and even experimenting with your tone of voice. Your artistic expression can be just for you and your well-being, and there’s no right or wrong way to be creative!

Embracing Creative Energy

Creativity goes beyond artistic expression. It could mean switching up your work environment occasionally, taking a different route to work, or booking a yoga class with a different teacher. Creativity can also help facilitate out-of-the-box reflection both professionally and personally by asking questions like: Where in your life have you done something new, or experimented with something different? What was that like? What actions did you take? When you’re focusing on a new idea or path, you’re being intentional and mindful, an especially important aspect of managing stress and calming your nervous system.

Creative Practices For Mindfulness

Journaling (one of Coach Denise’s favorites!) is one of the more versatile creative practices because of its many methods and its ability to help tap into mindfulness. The act of physically writing can release creativity, as can reviewing and organizing thoughts. Collaging can be another helpful visual way to manage thoughts and emotions and get further creative ideas flowing. Get more ideas with Coach Denise below.

Creative Tools For Managing Different Levels Of Stress 

It can be difficult to try a new modality to support your well-being when you’re experiencing high levels of stress. That’s why the creative modalities you gravitate towards may differ depending on your stress level. For example, calming activities like drawing, coloring, and crocheting are great for periods of lower stress, while journaling, collaging, playing a musical instrument, or singing can be great for moderate stress, and more physically demanding artistic activities like dance or dance yoga may work best for high stress.

Curious to learn more? Connect directly with Coach Denise to get your creative juices flowing and experience benefits in all aspects of your life!

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