EPISODE · Aug 11, 2026 · 14 MIN
96. Creative Expression | Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul
from Healthy & Redeemed - Helping Christians Grow in Mental and Spiritual Health · host Healey Ikerd, LPC, LMFT
Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail Have you ever said, "I'm just not a creative person"? What if that's simply not true? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore creativity as a simple, God-honoring coping skill for the Christian soul. Discover what research reveals about creativity and emotional well-being, what Scripture says about being made in the image of a creative God and practical ways creativity shows up in everyday life — from cooking and gardening to problem-solving and organizing. Whether you're facing stress, grief, or burnout, learn how tapping into your God-given creativity can bring rest, refreshment, and worship. You are creative — let's help you see it. Articles and Research Everyday creative activity as a path to flourishing Reduction of Cortisol Levels and Participants' Responses Following Art Making What is the evidence on the role of the arts in improving health and well-being? Support the show ______________________________ Learn more about becoming a Christian: How to Know Jesus: An Invitation into God's Story (Podcast Episode) How to Be Saved (Resources on my Website) ________________________________ Get Healey's Books: Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness The Companion Activity Book for The Red Ball The Worried Little Goat _______________________________ For free Mental Health Resources: Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access! *This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health. It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship. *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire websi...
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Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail Have you ever said, "I'm just not a creative person"? What if that's simply not true? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore creativity as a simple, God-honoring coping skill for the Christian soul. Discover what research reveals about creativity and emotional well-being, what Scripture says about being made in the image of a creative God and practical ways creativity shows up in everyday life — from cooking and gardening to pr...
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