Focus Forward: An Executive Function Podcast
Ep 43: Creativity & Executive Function: How to Enjoy the Brain Benefits of Each
May 1, 2024
This podcast explores the symbiotic relationship between creativity and Executive Function skills. Benefits of creative hobbies, understanding the Window of Tolerance, and managing perfectionism are discussed. Practical strategies for embracing imperfections, enhancing creativity through emotional regulation, effective planning, and time management in creative projects are also covered.
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Quick takeaways
- Engaging in creative hobbies strengthens executive function skills like cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation, leading to brain benefits.
- Overcoming perfectionism in creative pursuits involves accepting imperfections, seeking feedback, and embracing wabi-sabi to find beauty in imperfection.
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Benefits of Creative Hobbies for EF Skills
Engaging in creative hobbies not only brings joy but also helps strengthen executive function (EF) skills like cognitive flexibility, planning, time management, and emotional regulation. These skills play a crucial role in various creative endeavors, from trying new things to problem-solving during a project. Attention and task initiation are essential for focusing on instructions and starting/finishing tasks, while reflection aids in evaluating outcomes and improving future creative efforts. Despite challenges like ADHD impacting creative motivation, nurturing these EF skills through creativity can be immensely rewarding, enhancing brain health and overall well-being.
