Everyone struggles with issues in life. I've had my share of struggles, bouts of what I guess you'd call depression because I just lost enthusiasm for most things. It's not easy to get back into the swing of things, but as long as we keep trying, somehow it will all work out.
And for the last couple of weeks, I've felt a lot better lately. I just needed to find something that helps me get past the struggles. Writing here has been a big help. But I've also located a photography challenge, a word assigned every day as a topic for a photo. Sometimes they're easier to consider than other times, but that's the part that I like most. Something I can think about and then something I can do that makes me feel creative again.
On Forbes, I found "A creative act such as crafting can help focus the mind, and has even been compared to meditation due to its calming effects on the brain and body. Even just gardening or sewing releases dopamine, a natural anti-depressant. Creativity reduces anxiety, depression, and stress ... And it can also help you process trauma."
Here's a small sample of the recent challenge words: Waiting. Keys. Six pm. Road Sign. While these aren't particularly artsy, it's been fun thinking about something I enjoy doing! So if you've been feeling a little off, try a little bit of creativity!!!
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