Ep 43: Creativity & Executive Function: How to Enjoy the Brain Benefits of Each

Today we’re talking all about creativity. You may have already known that Executive Function skills benefit our creativity, but what you might know is that creative hobbies can actually have huge benefits for the development of our Executive Functioning. In this episode, we explore this symbiotic relationship so you can learn how to enjoy the brain benefits of both creativity and Executive Function. The full episode is now available to stream on all your favorite podcast platforms (linked above!) As always, thank you for being part of the Focus Forward community! If you enjoy this episode, be sure to leave us a 5-star rating on the platform you're listening on ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   Here are the show notes from today's episode: Benefits of Creative Hobbies Association of Enjoyable Leisure Activities With Psychological and Physical Well-Being https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2863117/ Crafts as serious hobbies: Impact and benefits in later life https://intellectdiscover.com/content/journals/10.1386/crre.9.1.93_1 Window of Tolerance What Is the Window of Tolerance, and Why Is It So Important? https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/making-the-whole-beautiful/202205/what-is-the-window-tolerance-and-why-is-it-so-important How to Help Your Clients Understand Their Window of Tolerance https://www.nicabm.com/trauma-how-to-help-your-clients-understand-their-window-of-tolerance/ Managing Perfectionism Conquering Failure: Expert Tips for Building a More Resilient Life https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/overcoming-procrastination-webinar-on-demand-registration-0 Focus Forward Ep 11: Procrastination: Why We Wait & What to Do About It https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/podcast?wchannelid=y1lzulxlcs&wmediaid=n2bmc91r6d The Perils of Handmade Perfectionism https://luvliness.net/2024/02/the-perils-of-handmade-perfectionism/ 5 Teachings From The Japanese Wabi Sabi Philosophy That Can Drastically Improve Your Life https://www.omaritani.com/blog/wabi-sabi-philosophy-teachings Creative Hobbies and EF Directions Practice https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zIOa53QyoJkx98mhLCluX2NGNgZ4iXN-ag2hW-gHUL0/edit Sewing with Threads Podcast - Sewing and Neurodiversity https://www.threadsmagazine.com/2024/04/03/sewing-and-neurodiversity-with-hannah-choi-episode-76 Learn more about Hannah and Bonnie Bonnah Co Fiber Arts www.bonnahco.com and www.instagram.com/bonnahcofiberarts