The Sheepspot Podcast

Episode 102: Spinning and Mental Health


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In this episode, Sasha talks about what science has to say about the mental health benefits of activities like knitting and spinning.

Mentioned in this episode: 

The Journal of Positive Psychology: Everyday Creative Activity as a Path to Flourishing

  • Kelly Lambert:  Lifting Depression

  • Betsan Corkhill:  Knit for Health and Wellness: How to Knit a Flexible Mind and More

  • Lisa Mitchell’s Article: Spin Off Summer 2023

    You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

    You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.

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