The Everyday Creative

Episode 38 | Movement & Creativity


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Creativity and physical activity are inextricably linked. Have you ever had a breakthrough on a problem when out for a walk? And it’s not only the epiphanies. Brain health, memory, and learning get a boost from movement.

In this episode, Evie and Emily break down the different types of movement, discuss why exercise enhances brain health and problem-solving, and share practical ways to incorporate more activity into your daily life.

 

Episode highlights:

  • The four categories of movement and why they matter
  • How exercise improves mental clarity, stress management, and sleep
  • Simple strategies to overcome barriers to physical activity
  • How to use movement to spark creativity and problem-solving
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    Helpful Links:

    Study on Exercise and Creativity: The Impact of Physical Exercise on Convergent and Divergent Thinking

    Sitting Calculator

     

    The Four Q’s

    Question:

    What does a week of movement look like for you?

     

    Quest:

    Pick one area of physical activity to focus on for the week. Either start doing activities in that area or boost what you are currently doing.

     

    Quality Creativity:

    Emily’s WalkingPad

     

    Quote:

    “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can do.

    • Arthur Ashe
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      For additional info, check out our show notes page:

      Episode 38: Movement & Creativity

       

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      Episode Credits:

      We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

       

      Music:

      Theme Music:

      “Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

      Break Background Music:

      "Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠

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