I wish you had a happy Halloween for those who celebrate it. I am not a "traditional person" but I like holidays and event because they give me the chance to use my creativity and boost the fun in the household. This is something I would love to pass to my kid by fostering and thriving her creative talents. Apart from cooking, baking, reading books and painting we also do yoga as a simple form of mindfulness for such a young age. Below Julia was yoga posing when I was taking photos of her which made me quite surprised. So unexpected! she wouldn't have done it if I asked her too hehe... I am sharing with you below some tips from my favorite motherhood website Motherly, which gives some ideas on how to revive your creativity and talents to benefit your kids.
The independent.co.uk published an article saying that mothers with open personalities are more likely to foster a creative environment for their children, a study has discovered. Researchers from universities in Poland, led by Joanna Martin Kwaśniewska, investigated the correlation between the personality traits of mothers and how this affects the creative pursuits of their children.
The results of the study concluded that mothers who exhibit openness are able to cultivate the most creative conditions for their children. “Our Findings show that openness to experience is the key positive predictor of mothers’ activities that shape the climate for creativity in her relationship with the child,” the researchers wrote.
It seems that inspiring children to think outside the box and be creative comes down to a combination of four actions from their mothers - encouraging children to try new and different things, teaching them not to conform to the norm, teaching them how to persevere and giving them the freedom to fantasize.
Stitch it forward
Knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, bombing – crafts made with yarn abound and are celebrated each year on I Love Yarn Day. On October 14, 2017, dust off your own needles and paraphernalia to join this seventh annual effort to create and share the yarn-based love. Get free patterns and tips on the website, learn from expert designers and bloggers, and join the community on social media through the hashtags #stitchitforward and #iloveyarnday. Put on by the Craft Yarn Council, the day is not only meant to motivate you, but to motivate those around you. With the theme “Stitch It Forward,” the day encourages you to share your skills by teaching them to at least one newbie. Not only can you get your parental quality time, but, if they’re old enough, you can head your children in this creative direction too. You’ll get a tangible item and feel expansive. Plus research has shown that yarn-based crafts can help you reduce your stress, improve your mood, increase your memory, and more. One study even showed that knitting can reduce burnout amongst nurses – which is likely true for parents too!
Add to your talents
You already have some creative skill (or at least the ability to strip). But what if you’re more inclined to add to your talents? Learning in person is a great way to proceed, so check out the offerings at your local art studios, craft stores, colleges, etc. You could try a Creativity Workshop, specifically focused on writing, photography, drawing, mindfulness, and other activities that explore the power of the imagination. Search the options at The Great Courses or Udemy, or find classes specifically focused on creative pursuits at CreativeLive or Creativebug. Proceeding at your own pace is an ideal way to fit the learning in.
Tune out
Then again, sometimes the best way to be creative is to not try to be creative. Research has shown that taking a walk – outside or on the treadmill – helps ideas flow and can generate novel concepts. As the philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche said, “All truly great thoughts are conceived while walking.” This also extends to movements like running, dancing, and yoga. Even if you have a child in tow, schedule the walk around nap time, tuck the smartphone away, and take advantage of zoning out with just you, the stroller, the passing world, and your thoughts. Not only may creative ideas come to you at the moment, but the effect extends to when you get back home too.
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