E85 How Creative First Aid Calms Your Brain (No Meds, No Meditating)

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or creatively stuck?

In this episode of Create-Today with Beth Buffington, you'll discover how engaging in creative flow can reset your nervous system and offer a powerful form of emotional first aid—no medication, no journaling, and no meditating required.

This science-backed approach taps into the brain’s natural calming response and gives you simple, accessible tools to feel better through creativity.

Whether you're doodling, crafting, baking, or making something with your hands—you’ll learn why these acts are more than hobbies. They’re healing.

You’ll discover today:

• What “creative flow” really is

• How it affects your brain and stress levels

• Simple ideas to get started (even if you’re “not artistic”)

• Why creativity helps anxiety, burnout, and emotional overload

• How to use it daily as your personal first aid kit

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Please Note: This episode shares science-based creative tools and activities to support emotional well-being. It is not a substitute for medical or psychological treatment. If you are experiencing severe anxiety, depression, or mental health challenges, please seek help from a licensed professional.

00:00 Welcome to Create Today with Beth Buffington
00:54 The Power of Creative First Aid
02:10 Science Behind Creativity and Mental Health
04:56 Understanding Creative Flow
07:13 Sponsor Break: Sylva Solace Retreat
09:46 Creative Practices for Healing
14:31 Sponsor Break: Doodle Meditation Workshop
15:41 Embracing Creativity in Daily Life
19:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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