Join bestselling author Kelly Corrigan and her daughter Claire Corrigan Lichty, a college student and co-author, as they dive into the transformative power of creativity. They discuss their new children's book, 'Marianne the Maker', illustrating how creativity enhances mental health for all ages. Discover the importance of fostering artistic expression in families, the brain benefits of engaging in creative activities, and how small creative moments can spark joy and connection. Their mother-daughter collaboration highlights the beauty of chaotic creativity and emotional growth.
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Neurological Benefits of Creativity
Creativity triggers neurological benefits like dopamine and serotonin release.
It lowers cortisol and helps mental health by promoting monotasking over multitasking.
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Foster Kids' Creativity at Home
Observe your child's authentic interests to support their creativity effectively.
Create a dedicated, accessible space at home that encourages ongoing creative projects.
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Creative Mess in the Home
Kelly's home creatively messy corner with Legos, paint, and glue guns often causes stress.
Despite the mess, her daughters eagerly engage in creative activities when bored, showing intrinsic creative drive.
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Your Brain on Art explores the intersection of neuroscience and art, demonstrating how creative activities can positively impact brain function and overall well-being. The book delves into the neurological processes involved in artistic creation and appreciation, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of art for individuals facing various challenges. It showcases case studies and research findings to support its claims, offering a compelling argument for the integration of art into healthcare and education. The authors emphasize the transformative power of art to foster emotional regulation, cognitive enhancement, and social connection. Ultimately, the book advocates for a broader understanding of art's role in promoting human flourishing.
Marianne the Maker
Marianne the Maker
George Sweetland
Kelly Corrigan
Claire Corrigan Lichty
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Shop class as soulcraft
an inquiry into the value of work
Matthew Crawford
Matthew B. Crawford
In 'Shop Class as Soulcraft,' Matthew B. Crawford argues that the manual trades offer a unique form of intellectual and personal satisfaction. He critiques modern society's emphasis on 'knowledge work' and the devaluation of manual labor, highlighting the cognitive demands and personal fulfillment that come from working with one's hands. Crawford draws on his own experiences as a motorcycle mechanic and philosopher to illustrate the importance of craftsmanship, self-reliance, and the integration of thinking and doing in meaningful work. The book challenges consumerist culture and advocates for a more humane economy that values and rewards meaningful labor[1][3][4].
Rest
Why You Get More Done When You Work Less
Alex Soojung Kim-Pang
In 'Rest,' Alex Soojung-Kim Pang challenges the myth that harder work leads to better outcomes. He combines scientific research with historical examples of writers, painters, and thinkers to demonstrate the importance of 'deliberate rest' in enhancing productivity and creativity. The book emphasizes the need to treat rest as an active and essential part of a balanced life, highlighting practices such as daily naps, long walks, and deep play to achieve fulfillment and success.
It’s easy to forget how much doing something creative can lift your mood. Whether you're painting, building something, or just doodling for fun, creating is good for your brain and your mental health!
In this conversation, Debbie interviews bestselling author Kelly Corrigan, along with her daughter and coauthor, Claire Corrigan Lichty. They talk about their new children’s book, Marianne the Maker, which highlights how creativity and hands-on making can support well-being for kids and adults alike.
Listen in to hear about Kelly and Claire's experience working together as a mother-and-daughter duo, and learn how to incorporate everyday creativity to lift spirits, spark connection, and bond families!
Listen and Learn:
How can engaging in small creative acts help restore mental clarity and emotional balance during times of stress or uncertainty?
Why is creativity not just a luxury but a scientifically backed, essential part of human well-being that can help both children and adults access better mental health?
Actively supporting children's creativity by observing their interests and making space at home that reflects and encourages those passions
Why is it valuable for families to create a home environment that normalizes creativity and engaged leisure, and how does this foster long-term cognitive and emotional development in kids?
The benefits of creative hobbies as a form of active rest highlight their role in reducing mental fatigue, enhancing focus, and providing a healthy escape from cognitive overload
How writing, even in imperfect or irregular ways, can serve as a powerful tool for mental clarity and emotional release during stressful times
The importance of unstructured time and creative making in fostering self-entertainment, well-being, and resisting cultural pressures to constantly be productive
The importance of sharing creative work for values-driven reasons rather than external validation
If you want to write and could use some writing prompts and guided writing exercises, check out Debbie’s Guided Journaling Substack here: https://guidedjournaling.substack.com/
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