[Note–this is a replay episode! So if you hear an out-of-date reference to COVID, that’s why. New episodes start again July 25.]  Sure, creative pursuits are fun but are they actually good for you? Oh my goodness yes–in this episode we cover the many mental and emotional benefits of simple, everyday acts of creativity can boost your mood, help you process stuff, and increase your experience of 

Studies about creativity’s influence on positive emotions  Other studies about creativity’s positive impact on depression and anxiety New York Times article about the family who made one origami crane for every day of lockdown

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