I've had a pretty stressful life, but for the entirety of it, art has served as an escape for me. I've spent whole days' entire waking hours hyper-focused on a drawing, and felt the chaos of the world around me melt away. Although I stepped away from a career in the arts, creativity is still one of the most important facets of my life, and I truly believe everyone can benefit from having creative hobbies and working with their hands. When you just let yourself doodle, play with clay, or watch paint seep into your canvas, your brain has the opportunity to slip into a flow state, which is a state of optimal, mindful experience where stress and insecurity fall away. Whether you're a seasoned artist or someone who just wants to dip their toes into creative projects, I'd love to support you and help you overcome any hurdles of self-doubt or anxiety about being creative.