This past Thursday, Justin shared with us his presentation entitled “ Creativity in Crisis “

Justin began by asking our group, what does creativity mean to you?  Creativity can be letting your emotions out and using your imagination.  Which can be especially true when it comes to art.  But creativity can also show up in other areas.   For example, there is culinary creativity, especially when it comes to pastries and maybe even sushi rolls.  Creativity can also show up when it comes to exercise, and of course music!  Justin shared that there have been many artists who have experienced some mental health challenges, such as Michaelangelo, author Mark Twain, and poet Robert Frost.  

When you are experiencing a crisis of your mental health, you can always try breathing exercises or meditation to help see you through.   

When it comes to making decisions in our life, once you have made a choice, there is no need to worry about changing your choice.  Just try and stay with your original decision.  

If you have fears in your life that you are dealing with, or dealing with despair, there are things you can do to help get you through.  If you are dealing with fear, try writing about what you are afraid of.  Or if you are experiencing anxiety, try your hand at painting or drawing.  He also shared how our daily routines are so important.  Justin said whenever he would go through a crisis, especially during the Wintertime when some of us are experiencing SAD 

( seasonal affective disorder), he will write or play music.  Justin shared with us some of his musical talents by playing the guitar and singing the vocals on some of the music he has written!  What an amazing talent Justin is when it comes to music!