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ART IS GOOD FOR THE MIND & SOUL

At Life is Good, art is the vehicle we use to share our mission to spread the power of optimism. Whether you find joy in creating art, like painting, doodling, collaging, or writing, or simply enjoying it, by reading books, listening to music, or checking out your local museum — we believe that art is a simple and effective way to practice optimism and mental wellness.

Creating and experiencing art has been shown to have amazing therapeutic effects on the brain—"Engaging with art can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. In addition, using art as a form of expression can help folks manage their mental and emotional well-being" (McLean Hospital, 2021). In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we asked some of our team members how they create or engage with art to process emotions and find peace, grounding, and clarity.

"I’ve made a habit of expressing myself in a mood journal. Whenever I’m feeling stressed, anxious, nervous excitement, or joy I try to record it by spilling my thoughts and feelings out in a note on my phone. It’s an easy way to get it out and let go. I always feel better afterward and most of the time, I don’t even go back to reread it." – Alex E.

"Music is essential to my mental health. Whether I’m writing a new song or cleaning my home while having a solo dance party, the right sounds at the right time are a guaranteed mood booster." – Brian K.

"When my aunt died unexpectantly, it was the first time I had to process a death like that, and it made me take a hard look at things. After she passed, I created a series of paintings using her materials and without realizing it, all of the paintings I created had a little piece of her in them. The pain never really goes away but being able to make this series helped me grieve more than talking out my feelings ever could have." – Marcus H.

"I’m 34 years old and I love coloring books. On top of their therapeutic benefits, coloring books are a perfect metaphor for life—we’re all operating under the same general parameters, but there are a billion different ways to make yours colorful and unique. I now ask myself periodically: ‘Is my life fridge-worthy?’" – Matt K.

"Reading is my version of ‘free therapy’. I open up a book when I’m feeling stressed, sad, or overwhelmed, and come to think of it, I also open up a book when I’m feeling calm, grounded, and happy. There simply is no bad time for reading—it keeps my mind engaged and my eyes off my screens. It also connects me to a world bigger than myself, and witnessing the magic of language is nothing short of miraculous. It always leaves me feeling inspired with a renewed appreciation for life." – Stefanie S.

"I like to make things, but I get stressed by projects that are too big to finish. I learned a technique that uses flashcards with an art style and a topic. You pick an art style card and a topic card, set a timer for 13 minutes, and create until the timer goes off. When time’s up, I decide if I want to keep going to finish the project or stop. If I stop, the project is finished. This helps me avoid the stress and mental load of carrying around unfinished projects I feel like I have to complete, and I still get the benefits of a creative break. " – Michelle B.

"My form of art therapy is pretty sweet…it involves cake! I enjoy creating art in the form of decorating sculptured cake designs. It requires 100% of my focus and attention so it keeps my mind from wandering to thoughts that are not in the present moment. Designing it first on paper keeps my mind open to new ideas and ways of creating art. Using my hands brings a physical element that engages both my mind and body.” – Monica S.