The rewarding wellness ritual of rock painting: it appears to be just another time-killing craft endeavor, however, it can aid in our healing and foster relationships. The need of looking out for one another's physical and mental needs has become clear to us as a result of the recent stress brought by COVID-19. We're now engaging in as many loving rituals as we can, from baking to crocheting to bathing, to make up for the fact that comfort is still hard to come by. Now comes rock art, appearing to be just another creative activity to keep your mind off of your constant worries. But below, there's a brand-new, incredibly entertaining method to re-engage with the outside world.
The act of creating a design on a rock and carrying it out concentrates your attention on the work at hand and diverts it from outside pressures, temporarily easing anxiety and future concerns. Increased levels of dopamine, frequently referred to as the brain's reward neurochemical, and serotonin, a feel-good neurochemical, are also advantageous to the mind and body. Furthermore, the practice of hiding the painted rocks around the neighborhood also releases additional incentive chemicals. Given that a sense of community is essential for feelings of safety and security, the individual who discovers your surprise gift may experience a spike in mood-enhancing neurochemicals. They not only understand the message you've spread, but they also understand that someone else put that rock there with the intention of helping them.
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NewColorsProject Gala: the gift of now
We hope you will join us as we gather in person for the NewColorsProject's largest philanthropic community-wide event.