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Bimby2Senior Contributor
Find that a daily process of doing a colouring-in project helps calm an often over anxious mind.
The colour scheme is naturally picked out and applied with care and in this undertaking my mind
somewhat switches into a calmer framework. Do other forum members find this helps or works
for them? Interested to know. Bimby2
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CherryBombSenior Contributor
Hmmm, I know that there are a few members on here that colour in, but I'm struggling to remember. So I'm going to take stab in the dark and call out to @Former-Member and @Crazy_Bug_Lady - I think I vaguely recall you both mentioning colouring in (sorry my memory has gotten it wrong!)
I know that @Neb is into arts and crafts. Maybe she can comment here.
I personally find that most creative outlet that I choose help me to be very present, and in turn has a calming effect.
@Bimby2 what is about colouring in that that helps calms your mind?
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Busylady01Contributor
Hi,
I love colouring in when I have a few free moments. You are right, it helps to stop anxiety. I also find that it helps to clear your mind of nagging thoughts about difficult unresolved issues to give your mind a much needed break. I have several colouring in books and even found a small one yesterday. Colouring in is great!
Keep on doing it, it works great to relieve stress,
Busylady01
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Isabella1Contributor
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CazchriContributor
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