How can therapeutic art (like watercolour painting) help and support a person in their Supported Self Management journey?

I have recently taken up watercolour painting and it has been helping me immensely.

How? I have challenges with overthinking, over doing and anxiety.

Below are just some ideas how taking up therapeutic art could help you.

Feelings of Release:

Doing art lets people show their feelings about their pain and health challenges, helping them feel better.

Distraction:

Watercolour painting can take your mind off pain or symptoms and help you focus on something fun.

Sense of Achievement:

Creating art gives you a sense of success, boosting your confidence.

Meeting People:

Joining art classes lets you meet new people, helping you and swamping ideas.

Thinking Skills:

Making art can help keep your mind active and improve your thinking skills.

Below are some ideas for therapeutic therapies.

1. Watercolour Painting

2. Drawing or Sketching

3. Colouring Books

4. Collage Making

5. Journaling with Art

6. Photography

7. Nature Art

8. Online Art Classes

9. Art with Music

10. Sculpture (clay)