Posted on September 21, 2020
by The Curious Creative
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This week it’s all about self-preparation as we head into further lock-down. What self care techniques can you use to feel better and get through this? Who can you connect with to serve our human need to belong to a tribe? Lots of tips to make sure we all get through this together, with passion and purpose…living life to the full.
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Taking a good look at how your childhood helps to shape your creative journey and applying that lesson to our own children and families…it’s time to have some Summer adventures! Plus there’s another creative challenge in here for you, this week all about animals and pets!
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Just popping in to let you know that my weekly Instagram lives via @psychologiesmagazine start tomorrow! Have a read to find out all about it! xx
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I know that some people are finding it really hard to motivate themselves in their creative work, so in the week of mental health awareness, I think we need to practice some kindness to ourselves, others and access the wonderful creative support out there at the moment. Hopefully it will give you the boost that you need…
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How to ditch the burden of perfectionism and instead go with practice for progress – the vital ingredient to keep you moving along and enjoying the process
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As I’ve been doing lock-down a while now, I just thought I’d share what’s getting me through it, it’s my own Self-care SOS list!
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How poetry practice can help you process difficult times and emotions, whilst also helping you to relax, by using your creative skills and getting into the flow-state of mind.
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Today I had the huge privilege of speaking to the brilliant Suzy Walker, Editor of Psychologies magazine about all aspects of creativity and its benefits via a live video on their Facebook page and group. Here you will find the link to the chat and also many links to useful previous posts to help you get started on your own creative journey during this unprecedented time
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Writing about home comforts as we all hunker down to beat this virus. Staying at home isn’t all bad, it can be our sanctuary…and we simply need to do this!
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Posted on February 16, 2020
by The Curious Creative
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How different occasions can give you a new creative direction and help you think up some great new ideas and designs…
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