Daily Creativity for Adults

As a busy adult, finding time or resources to start a creative pursuit can feel overwhelming. However, incorporating creativity into your daily routine doesn’t require expensive materials or endless free time. Even simple creative activities can generate lasting mental health benefits. Regular creative engagement can enhance cognitive functioning, reduce stress, boost your mood, and invite more joy into your life.

Here are some creative activities you can try:
1. Mandala Coloring: Go to https://mondaymandala.com/m/ and print out some mandals that resonate with you. Spend 5 minutes a day coloring the mandala section by section. Use this opportunity to focus on the shapes in the mandala, the colors of your pencils, the weight of the pencil in your hand, and your steady breathing. This is a great activity to ground yourself after a busy day of work.
2. Playlist: Create different playlists for different activities. Perhaps you create an energizing playlist for your workout or drive to work, and a
calming one to listen to before bed.
3. Redecorate: Find a bookcase or corner of your home that could use some attention. Spend 5 or 10 minutes rearranging your knick knacks and books. It’s nice to take some time to appreciate and admire the treasures we display in our homes.
4. Write A Letter: Find connection with others by writing a letter that lets your friends or loved ones know you are thinking about them. Rather than relying on a phone call or text, we are taking this opportunity to engage with others creatively. Decorate your card with a little sketch or stickers to give it some flare!
5. Curiosity List: Everyone has moments of curiosity, like when you wonder what causes the colors of the sunset to change or how different types of music affect the brain’s activity. Write these curiosities down in your journal and find 5 minutes each day to research one!
6. Crochet, Knit, or Sew: These hands-on activities encourage mindfulness by focusing attention on repetitive motions, helping to quiet anxious thoughts and reduce stress.
7. Vision Board: Make a physical or digital collage of your dreams and goals!
8. Affirmation Mirror: Decorate your mirror with sticky notes of different affirmations like "I am worthy of love, respect, and kindness."
9. Floral Arrangements: Grab some flowers from the store or pick some wildflowers and create a unique floral arrangement!
10. New Recipe: Trying out a new recipe can be a delicious and fun way to switch up your routine!

- Adrianna Bourland, LPC
Adrianna has availability, sees Ages 3+, and specializes in Expressive Arts, Neurodivergence, Parenting Support, Trauma, Children’s Social Skills Groups.