Creativity is a lost art. Our culture defines a widespread of left brain activity. The left hemisphere of the brain is responsible for analytical thought process, logic, language, reasoning, all of which is needed to perform our daily tasks, survival and routine. Much praise is given to such intelligence. However, the right brain is often neglected, this is where creativity is born, awareness of imagination in the arts and music, our intuition is developed and trusted along with integrating the left hemisphere of the brain. When right brain activity is stifled, were out of balance. Obviously, all parts of brain and body have significant value, and working in sync is so necessary for optimal health and well being
If were always thinking and goal oriented, like myself, we starve ourselves of some of the beautiful results that our body, mind and soul benefit from, for integration of a holistic approach. Dopamine for example, is the neurotransmitter that impacts the reward and and reinforcement center of the brain, that tend to make us feel pretty good, and definitely worth our attention.
What about a daily practice of journaling that interacts right/left brain activity. Its stimulates the logic, thinking left brain, and using colored pencils, markers, can enhance the right brain activity.
Adding color along with imaginative art and play, can stimulate and affect mood, and heart rate. The benefit of brain consciousness, can also add better mental clarity. Dr. Amen, is the expert on the topic, Change your brain, change your life. Visit his web site at amenclinic.com
If were always thinking and goal oriented, like myself, we starve ourselves of some of the beautiful results that our body, mind and soul benefit from, for integration of a holistic approach. Dopamine for example, is the neurotransmitter that impacts the reward and and reinforcement center of the brain, that tend to make us feel pretty good, and definitely worth our attention.
What about a daily practice of journaling that interacts right/left brain activity. Its stimulates the logic, thinking left brain, and using colored pencils, markers, can enhance the right brain activity.
Adding color along with imaginative art and play, can stimulate and affect mood, and heart rate. The benefit of brain consciousness, can also add better mental clarity. Dr. Amen, is the expert on the topic, Change your brain, change your life. Visit his web site at amenclinic.com
