S1E02 - Crafting and Mental Health

We'll explore what science says crafting can do for your mental health and why using the phrase "Crafting is cheaper than therapy" may not be the most positive thing to say to someone who may be struggling with their mental health. Resources for Mental Health: https://www.mentalhealth.gov/ https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml Sources for this podcast: CNN Crafts Council UK Neurological Basis of Occupation on PubMed Engaging in cognitive activities, aging, and mild cognitive impairment: a population-based study on PubMed Benefits of Knitting on SagePub MBGMindfulness Find us everywhere: Shop - https://sleepinglunadesigns.etsy.com Twitch - https://twitch.tv/sleepinglunadesigns Instagram - https://instagram.com/sleepinglunadesigns A Crafty Day In virtual craft fair: http://a-crafty-day-in.webnode.com Affiliate or sponsored sections in this episode provided by: None this episode Music in this podcast: Song: Ikson - Free (Vlog No Copyright Music) Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Video Link: https://youtu.be/1j7sIhhK_sE