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Rest is essential to recovery, but in today’s fast-paced world, it’s hard to make time to rest without feeling guilty. Knitting gives you the perfect opportunity to rest and restore, while still being creative and productive.
Knitting is known for its powerful ability to calm the mind and relax the body. The rhythm and repetitive motions of knitting are calming and relaxing.
Knitting can help to reduce the harmful effects of stress. It’s a way to actively and intentionally stimulate the body’s natural healing system – the relaxation response – to reduce your stress levels.
Knitting has been shown to improve cognitive functioning, by helping knitters to sort through problems or think more clearly. Knitting also offers a welcome distraction from negative or ruminating thoughts.
Doing something that is creative and that you enjoy every day is essential to health and well-being. Knitting offers endless opportunities to express your unique creative abilities.
Knitting can give you something to focus on other than your illness or injury and can boost confidence, mood, and self-esteem. It can help you build a new positive identity.
Over the 20+ years that I’ve been knitting, I have personally experienced the powerful therapeutic benefits of this craft.
Maybe one day we’ll meet over coffee and I’ll tell you my whole story. But for now, let’s just say that knitting has been my lifeline when coping with chronic illness and mental health issues.
Throughout the years, I’ve learned how to prevent relapses by taking responsibility for my health and well-being. I made a commitment to self-care, mindfulness, and to reducing the stress in my life.
Knitting helps me do this.
Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or you’re just starting out, I wholeheartedly believe that knitting, when practiced with intention, can be an invaluable addition to your wellness toolkit.
As you embark on your wellness journey, I hope that knitting brings you as much calm, comfort, and joy as it has brought me over the years.
Peace, Love, & Knit Om,
Becky
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