Be Creative, It's Good for You!

Welcome to our Burbachulous Craft Loft! Usually, I end Thursday's blog posts with a crafty update and/or tip from the Loft, but this week I want to hang out there and talk about the importance of creativity, so step into my craft loft!

Spending time on a hobby, especially a creative one, may seem like play, but did you know it helps you be a more balanced and happy person? Before we begin, I want to emphasize that being creative doesn't mean you have to be an artist. Creativity is expressed in many ways; for some, they express it through song or dance, others through math, golf, sewing, or building things. You do what works for you.

Benefits of Taking Time for Creativity

• Helps with our problem-solving skills

• Can help us be more productive in other areas

• Helps us be more self-aware

• It is a stress relief

• Helps us take a break from chaos and learn to find "the zone"

• Satisfaction in ourselves and what we have accomplished

• Can be a mood lifter

• It can help us save money, but that's a tricky one! It's easy to overspend

• Helps us take a break from scrolling and time sucks

• Helps us learn to prioritize self-care and time without shame

• Creates a space for curiosity

• Helps us identify and find time for our passions

• Creates a space for self-expression

• Fights burnout

• Helps us enjoy having fun

My husband, Van, and I make greeting cards together and find it especially helpful after a stressful week. But we have learned not to take it too seriously and that perfectionism isn't important. Having fun is. We get to have fun, relieve stress, and receive all the other benefits! Let's get creative!

Thanks for visiting our Burbachulous Craft Loft - This week we worked on these things: