Though we tend to think of fun or me-time as something extra in life, it's actually important for our physical and emotional health. This kind of time recharges us. Creative activities can help ease our anxiety levels, improve our confidence, and have a positive impact on our relationships with other people. We can be more present with loved ones when we're more present with ourselves, after all.
Bestselling author and expert on creativity Julia Cameron explained what the intention of artist dates should be. "What you are trying to do is sort of enchant yourself," she said. Cameron added that "when we say 'date,' we mean 'wooing.' An artist date is wooing your own consciousness." According to the author, American culture values work ethic above enjoying ourselves, and so we lose sight of nurturing our consciousness sometimes. "We will go work on our creativity, but we won't necessarily go play on our creativity, and playing is absolutely necessary," she pointed out.
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