For this week, I was planning on going to the Makers Space to paint. While I know this is relaxing, for me it is still a familiar activity. I wanted to find my inspiration this week in something calming, yet unfamiliar. A couple weeks ago, I saw the Makers Space had a jewelry making event. So I decided to ask the staff yesterday if I could use one of the kits.
This was something I had never done before, but I had found the activity surprisingly calming. I was able to make three rings of beads that I can now keep and wear with me. Since putting beads on a string takes very little effort and focus I was able to let my thoughts drift as I did this. I found that this cleared my mind and eased my stress levels. This week I have many larger assignments due, quizzes, and deadlines. I felt overwhelmed. After beading the strings for about 30 min, I left feeling calmer and more secure that I could complete everything I needed this week.
Following the activity, I was more productive and felt like I was doing better quality work. It was almost a source of motivation. What I wish I had done differently: I wish I could have done this activity in an unfamiliar environment as well. I believe it would have been more interesting to gaze at new scenery.
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