Creative Expressions Consulting - Lynn's Blog on Art Therapy Activities, Meditation and Creative Writing

Lynn Cukaj

Dec 12, 20214 min read

Happy Holidays! Or are they?

The high expectations surrounding the holidays can often leave us feeling anxious. Here are some tips on how to mitigate holiday stress.

Lynn Cukaj

Nov 23, 20216 min read

Self-Care During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is a joyful time but it can also be stressful. Practicing self-compassion and coping skills can boost emotional health.

Lynn Cukaj

Nov 11, 20214 min read

Can Mom Friends Stand the Test of Time?

Mom friends. What is it that connects us? Explore the concept and discover the benefits, influences, and implications.

Lynn Cukaj

Oct 21, 20214 min read

Autumn: A Time to Reboot

Seasonal change is an opportunity to self-reflect, preserve energy, and learn how to manage stress. Art Therapy helps with this process.

Lynn Cukaj

Oct 9, 20216 min read

Parenting in a Post-Pandemic World

The pandemic has impacted parents and the approach to parenting. It's time to reorient ourselves and prepare for a post-pandemic world.

How Art Therapy Helps Us Get to the "Why"

Lynn Cukaj

Sep 21, 20215 min read

How Art Therapy Helps Us Get to the "Why"

Why do we engage in certain behaviors? Psychologists have debated this question for centuries. Art Therapy helps us get closer to an answer.

Art Therapy Technique to Manage Emotions

Lynn Cukaj

Sep 8, 20213 min read

Art Therapy Technique to Manage Emotions

Anxiety often presents itself during times of uncertainty. This Art Therapy technique is used to strengthen emotional resilience.

Social Cognitive Theory and Meditative Art Therapy

Lynn Cukaj

Aug 23, 20214 min read

Social Cognitive Theory and Meditative Art Therapy

Albert Bandura's social cognitive theory considers how environmental and cognitive factors interact to influence our learning and behavior.

Art Therapy: Meditation and Collage Activity to Stay Grounded

Lynn Cukaj

Jul 20, 20213 min read

Art Therapy: Meditation and Collage Activity to Stay Grounded

Framing emotions through meditation and collage. Learn coping skills and stress management techniques for a more peaceful, calmer mind.

Positive Affirmations Art Activity for a Better Outlook on Life

Lynn Cukaj

Jul 11, 20213 min read

Positive Affirmations Art Activity for a Better Outlook on Life

Our negative thoughts can be our worst enemy. This Art Therapy activity helps to release stress and gain a positive perspective on life.

Lynn Cukaj

Jun 29, 20215 min read

Practicing Gratitude for a Better Life

Tips on how to practice gratitude to improve our mental health, immune system, sleep patterns, and relationships.

Lynn Cukaj

Jun 17, 20213 min read

Art Therapy Activity: My Feelings Cube

Let's create a Feelings Cube! This Art Therapy activity enables us to identify and illustrate our feelings to strengthen our mental health.

Motivation for Self-Renewal & Creativity

Lynn Cukaj

Jun 10, 20215 min read

Motivation for Self-Renewal & Creativity

Motivation, discipline, self-renewal & creativity: Exploring the interconnectedness with the goal of creating positive change in our lives.

Lynn Cukaj

Jun 2, 20214 min read

Tapping Into Creativity & Imagination

How to explore our imagination and enhance our creativity through Art Therapy and mindfulness.

Helping Professionals: Effective techniques for working with children, adolescents, and adults

Lynn Cukaj

May 24, 20215 min read

Helping Professionals: Effective techniques for working with children, adolescents, and adults

Therapeutic techniques & approaches for Helping Professionals achieve psychological healing & growth among children, adolescents & families.

The Happiness Continuum: Happy, Happier, Happiest

Lynn Cukaj

May 10, 20215 min read

The Happiness Continuum: Happy, Happier, Happiest

Challenging the status quo to achieve a higher sense of happiness and living a life in line with our values and authentic self.

Autonomy in Adolescence and Learning to Let Go as Parents

Lynn Cukaj

Apr 30, 20216 min read

Autonomy in Adolescence and Learning to Let Go as Parents

A look at how and why adolescents express their autonomy and the impact that certain parenting styles & approaches have on teen development.

Lynn Cukaj

Apr 25, 20215 min read

The Pursuit of Your Authentic Self

Exploring personal change, inner strength & existential philosophy in pursuit of living a life of acceptance, contentment & authenticity.

Social Connectedness During the Pandemic

Lynn Cukaj

Apr 15, 20214 min read

Social Connectedness During the Pandemic

How communal and social support and engaging in tangible help can combat feelings of isolation and improve our wellbeing during a pandemic.

Lynn Cukaj

Apr 9, 20213 min read

Play & Childhood Development

How play can help a child develop their capacity for paying attention, listening, taking turns, staying on task, and regulating behaviors.

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