If, like me, you are looking for ways to reduce stress, find new ways to relax or simply get some peace from this worry-filled world, this post might help. I’ve been working hard on distraction ideas for over a year now, but there’s been some research for personal purposes only, rather than finding solutions toContinue reading “Feel less blue with Bluey”
Category Archives: distraction
Cover Girl! 💋
Art was never the primary function of this website. As time has passed it’s become more about the mental well-being of others and showing that creativity can help with stressful symptoms. It’s been a wild ride so far. But by default of the writing and drawing I do for the site and the messages IContinue reading “Cover Girl! 💋”
The magical power of Disney
I’d imagine nearly everyone understands how powerful a great film or series can be. That consuming, engrossed feeling that takes over when you’re drawn in by a story. Since lockdown, it feels like binge watching thee latest on-screen trend is one of life’s great pleasures. Documentaries are on constantly in our house, looking in detailContinue reading “The magical power of Disney”
War Paint
As part of the Creative Coping Strategies crusade I’ve been waffling on about, I want to try and broach many creative activities that you may not have thought of before. Creativity isn’t just about painting and writing (although those are both wonderful distractions if you enjoy them). The point of using creativity as a distractionContinue reading “War Paint”
Accepting the unacceptable
I may never be more than I am today. Last weekend I sat in the mirror after putting an inch thick barrier of make-up on, removing the possibility of the postman having to face ‘the Real Steph’, and told myself that exact statement. I may NEVER be more than I am today. The inevitable internalContinue reading “Accepting the unacceptable”
Fu*k mindfulness. I can’t do it.
If you’re looking for a stress solution or REAL mental health care, then I apologise, but this post ain’t it. Can I instead direct you towards the Our Brains page on this website where there are some more practical thoughts and actual places to go and get proper help, support and advice. Go to theContinue reading “Fu*k mindfulness. I can’t do it.”
YES! Short Story WINNER 🏆 🏆 🏆
I love 🥰 having the opportunity to tell you something new, bright and positive. It’s no secret that I have a lot going on…as I saw in a meme recently, my brain has too many tabs open. But it’s actually a testament to everything I’m trying to prove by sharing this hobby and promoting thisContinue reading “YES! Short Story WINNER 🏆 🏆 🏆”
Creative Steph 