i have really enjoyed exploring my new found hobby: painting! I had my second painting lesson today and I had a fantastic time! I am really learning a lot about colors and how they mix together.
The best part about it is that while I’m lost in my artwork, I forget about everything! No anxiety, no stress and no obsessive thoughts! It is such a relief to find such a natural remedy to anxiety! Creativity heals! What an amazing concept! I can’t wait to learn more and find out what I can do!
The Persistent Platypus 
Creativity heals-amen sister! That’s great, love those paintings!
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Yes it does! And thank you 🙂
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You’re welcome!
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I use photography as my focus when I’m having any kind of anxiety. It’s amazing how well the arts can alleviate the troubles of the day. http://www.redbubble.com/people/tjglendinning/portfolio
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That is fantastic!
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Are you using acrylic or oil?
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I use acrylic
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Love your use of colour – they really sing out! I totally agree with you. Anything that cuts through the rumination is really helpful in easing anxiety – although that should probably be “anything positive” as some distractions can end up being problems in themselves! Looking forward to see more of your beautiful work.
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Lol that is true
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Lovely work! Glad to see you feeling so upbeat 🙂
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Yes thank you! It feels good to be happy 🙂
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This is a really great post! Really like the art you have created.
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Thank you!
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Where do you go? I live out here and have been looking for lessons too. I use to paint when I was younger back in St. Louis.
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A co-worker of mine use to be an art teacher so she is teaching me!
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I’m happy you found something you like to do! Healthy hobbies are a great way to get through anxiety. I’ve found that writing, reading, and working on puzzles are a great way to concentrate on that hobby instead of anxiety! Both of your paintings are really nice, especially the second one!
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Well thank you!
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You are good!!! 😀
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Lol thank you
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YESS! Creativity is the best medicine! I was talking to a dear friend today and she asked me for some advice for a church grad banquet meal – the theme of the night is Paris! I immediately perked up – my culinary training is in French cuisine! I am happily making menu suggestions! I love your pictures – the colours are bright and well thought out. I look forward to more of your work!
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Yes! And thank you!
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