Hey friends!
This week on Crafty Ass Female, we’re talking all about Creativity as Self Care: Finding Calm in Your Creative Practice. No pressure, no perfection—just you, your creative tools, and a little space to breathe.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or like your creative time is slipping away, this episode is for you.
What You'll Get from This Episode
Creativity can be your personal retreat, a way to recharge and reconnect with yourself. In this episode, we’re covering:
How creativity can ground you when life gets chaotic.
Simple ways to create a calm and inviting creative space.
Practical tips to keep your creative practice feeling good, not stressful.
No matter where you are in your creative journey, there’s something here for you.
Big Takeaways
Creativity can be your calm.
Life is busy, and it's easy to get caught up in the chaos. Your creative practice can be a way to slow down, take a breath, and check in with yourself.
Give it a try: Set aside 10 minutes today to create, even if it's just doodling or sticking down a few favorite pieces of ephemera.
Small shifts can make a big difference.
Simplifying your supplies, adding a ritual (like your favorite playlist or a cozy candle), and letting go of the pressure to make something "perfect" can transform your creative time.
Give it a try: Pick one small change to make your creative space feel more inviting today.
Practical ways to bring more calm into your creative practice.
Using fewer supplies means less decision fatigue. Keeping your space tidy makes it easier to start. Setting gentle expectations lets your creativity flow.
Give it a try: Choose three go-to supplies and create something simple and satisfying.
What We Talked About
We kicked things off by talking about how creativity can be a safe space in a hectic world. It’s about having a place to express yourself without rules or expectations—just pure creative joy.
We also chatted about how small steps, like decluttering your workspace or making time for creativity in the morning, can lead to big changes in your creative flow. Little shifts can add up to a practice that feels truly nourishing.
And of course, we had to touch on the importance of celebrating progress. Whether it’s finishing a page, adding one sticker, or just showing up—it all coun
What’s Next?
Take a minute to notice the small creative acts you’re already doing every day—you might be surprised by how much you’re already showing up for yourself. If you’re looking for inspiration and support, join us inside the Awesome Ladies Project, where we’re sharing our creative wins and tackling fun challenges together.
And don’t miss Episode 209: Documenting Everyday Life, coming out next Monday. We’re diving into the importance of documenting the little things around us and you won’t want to miss it!
See you next week for more creative goodness!
Kristin
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