Creativity & Self-Expression (Mental Health Awareness Month)
Hello everyone,
Understanding the Importance of Creativity and Self-Expression:
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@PeacePink I've been writing poetry lately, it really helps to get thoughts out ❤ most of the things I draw or paint, start with just a thought of image in my mind, I rarely think about the whole picture. And most the things I make are from recycling materials I can use😁 even the old folks here at the nursing home where I live, keep any old things I can use for art. I like making things ❤ ❤
what about you, does drawing and writing help you?? Hope you're doing ok this week ❤
@Tinywhisper11
I also enjoy writing poetry to get my thoughts out onto paper; it's nice to hear that you are also an enjoyer of poetry. It sounds like you go with the flow and what comes along as you draw or paint--I tend myself to think about everything carefully in my mind before starting. It's cool to hear that you've been recycling things to use for art--a lot of people worry about art being wasteful or harmful to the environment, so reusing what is already there for art can be something different and beautiful. I also love to make things, and it's so fun! I hope you're doing okay this week too! ❤
I also love to draw and write; I write romance stories and draw fantasy creatures, like aliens, dragons, or myths because they help pull me away from the real world to something distracting and more immersive in the sense, that it's dreamy, sort of like an escape from stressors in everyday life.
@PeacePink. Ooo! Fantasy creatures can be fun to draw ❤ I'm so glad you find peace and happiness in art and poetry. And writing a book that's amazing ❤❤ gives you a giant tiny hug ❤
@PeacePink as Maya picked up the key, a thought came to her mind, in her garden at the back of the house, is a locked door on the ground. She always assumed it was a old war bunker or something.. Something in the back of her mind was saying to try unlock it with this old rusty key....
@Tinywhisper11
Heart pounding, Maya ran back to her garden, the key clutched tightly in her hand. Kneeling beside the door, she inserted the key into the rusty lock, feeling a thrill of excitement, perhaps apprehension, as it turned with a satisfying click.
@PeacePink @tinywhisper11
As soon as the door creaked open, some spider webs fell on Maya’s head and she quickly said, “Ewwwww,” and wiped them away. Some automatic lights clicked on! What was this? Large plants growing, bright green succulents, and warm humid air from somewhere (where?) but the air was fresh smelling, inviting, it was some sort of garden tunnel! Maya took a few tentative steps forward.
@PatienceImpatiens intriqued, and curious, yet a little nervous, she followed the garden tunnel. Passing through grape vines, and beautiful flowers, that gave off a magical scent. The tunnel went on for what seemed like miles, then finally she reached the end, a huge smile of delight upon mayas face as she gazed upon.....
@Tinywhisper11 @PatienceImpatiens
...a hidden paradise. Before Maya lay a lush garden, filled with exotic plants and flowers of every color imaginable. In the center of the garden stood a fountain, its waters sparkling in the soft glow of the an unknown light source. Maya approached the fountain, in awe of the cascading water and realizing she had stumbled upon a secret haven. What was the garden for, and why didn't her parents tell her about it? Why would the garden have been hidden in the back of her house and locked behind a door?
@PeacePink @Patinceimpatiens what maya didn't realise, that this place of magic and wonder is home to some special little creatures. The door was locked to keep them hidden from harm's way. Maya excitedly run back out of this hidden paradise to tell her parents, all about this magical place she discovered. Her mum, seemed happy she had found the key, and began to tell her daughter........
@Tinywhisper11 @PeacePink
…… about a time well before Maya was born, when several generations back, Maya’s grandparents’ grandparents’ were living in a deep dark forest, and some magical creatures came to their assistance and saved their life from a Sabre Tooth Tiger! The magical creatures were delicate but strong, ethereal, yet sprightly, small, yet they could assume a Giant form and overtake and help a person in need. The magical creatures saved Maya’s grandparents’ grandparents’ because of a kind act one of the grandmothers had done, when one of the magical creature’s babies was trapped in a vile trap. The Grandmother had valiantly risked her own Life to save the tiny baby. The Magical Creatures helped from that day forward, but they remained sensitive to vile traps. Oh, how lovely the Magical Creatures are, and how Worthy of protection. Maya’s mother continued her story as Maya listened, rapt with devoted attention.
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Maya's mother continued her story, revealing that the hidden garden was created as a sanctuary for these magical creatures, a safe haven where they could thrive away from the dangers of the outside world.
Her mother handed her a small, intricately carved amulet, explaining that it would allow Maya to communicate with the creatures and ensure their safety. Filled with curiosity and purpose, Maya returned to the garden the following day, hoping to meet one of the creatures.
As she wandered through the garden, a soft rustling caught her attention. She gasped as a young man with green eyes and blonde hair emerged from behind a flowering bush; he had pointed ears, and his clothes were woven from gossamer threads and leaves. His skin had an almost translucent quality, and Maya saw that leaves were growing from his arms, legs, and neck. He looked to be around her age, but there was an undeniable aura of strength and ancient power about him.
