“Just 45 minutes of art-making can lower stress hormones, no experience needed.” — Art Therapy Journal, 2016
Creative well-being refers to the state of wellness achieved through engaging in creative activities and expressions. It’s a holistic approach that emphasizes the importance of tapping into our creative potential to improve our overall health and our quality of life.
GROUP ART + CRAFT CLASSES
Shared creative classes build social support and improve mood. Studies show they can significantly reduce loneliness. A major 2025 meta-analysis found that group arts significantly eased depression and anxiety in adult participants. Being in a supportive creative group also helps women meet peers, share experiences, and feel a sense of belonging – key for midlife women who may otherwise feel isolated.
GROUP JOURNALING + CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES
Writing practice can help women process emotions and reframe stress. Experts note that journaling is a “simple, yet meaningful practice” that helps manage stress, anxiety and depression. Putting thoughts on paper organizes feelings and promotes self-discovery.
COMMUNITY + ACCOUNTABILITY
Recurring group sessions provide scheduled social time and mutual support. Online communities like women’s writing circles or craft groups allow midlife women to share work and encourage each other. Participants often report the group itself – not just the art – as a key benefit. The shared creative purpose makes it easier to open up, discuss life’s challenges, and reduce the stigma of mental-health struggles.
“Creative practice helps women redefine purpose and identity in midlife.” — International Journal of Women’s Studies
Rebuild identity, gain confidence, and feel connected. Find inspiration, creative expression, and self-discovery through new experiences.
