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Tricking My Brain Into Focus: Creativity, ADHD, and the Art of Tiny Wins
ADHD brains are full of ideas and no spoons. Here's how I use creativity, humour, and a therapist-made card deck to trick myself into focus.
Persona, Masking, and Ziggy Stardust: Why Jungian Archetypes Spoke to My Neurodivergent Soul
I’ve worn more masks than I can count—some sparkly, some stitched together from other people’s expectations. For years, I didn’t even know I was masking. I just knew I felt like an outsider in my own life.
When I discovered I was neurodivergent, everything clicked. But it wasn’t until I stumbled across Jungian psychology—and his idea of the Persona—that I truly began to understand the performance I’d been living. And why I’d been so drawn to people like David Bowie, who turned shifting identity into art.
This is a story about archetypes, unmasking, and finding yourself in the parts you were taught to hide.
The Sacred Shape of Thought: How I Survive Mental Chaos With Geometry, Bees, and Jung
Sacred geometry, bumblebees, memory spirals, and the unbearable swirl of being a neurodivergent person in a collapsing world. This is a story about finding order inside the mess.
Rewriting Your Own Fairy Tale: What Jung, Bettelheim, and Neurodivergence Teach Us About Ourselves
Rewriting Your Own Fairy Tale – How Stories Shape Our Psychology
Ever felt like you were the outsider in your own story—the odd one out, the one who didn’t fit the mold? Fairy tales have a way of mirroring our inner struggles, and for neurodivergent, creative minds, they often feel strangely personal.
Psychologists like Jung and Bettelheim believed that fairy tales aren’t just stories; they’re psychological maps, filled with symbols of transformation, survival, and self-discovery. What if we could use these stories not just to escape, but to rewrite our own narratives?
🔹 Try This: If your life were a fairy tale, which archetype would you be? The lost wanderer? The hidden genius? The trickster? What if you’re actually the hero who just hasn’t reached the final chapter yet?
Let’s explore how fairy tales can help us reshape the way we see ourselves, our struggles, and our potential for transformation. ✨📖
The ‘Cool Parent’ Guide to Understanding Teen Lingo (Without Sounding Cringe)
Ever tried to decode your teen’s latest slang and ended up feeling cringe? You’re not alone. This guide breaks down the mystifying world of teen lingo—helping you understand what they’re actually saying (without embarrassing yourself in the process). Whether you want to build better communication or just avoid misusing “rizz,” this is your no-nonsense, slightly humorous survival guide to talking with Gen Z.
Metaphorical Cards: A Psychotherapist’s Guide to Self-Discovery, Relationships, and the Power of Visual Thinking
Sometimes, the best way to understand ourselves isn’t through direct answers—it’s through symbols, metaphors, and imagery. Metaphorical cards are a powerful therapeutic tool that helps unlock emotions, navigate relationships, and explore the subconscious. This guide dives into how therapists, coaches, and individuals can use these cards for self-discovery, personal growth, and deep emotional insight.
Discover Your Personality: Fun with the Jungian Typology Test
Discover Your Personality with the Jungian Typology Test
Ever wondered why some people love structured plans while others thrive in spontaneity? Or why your best friend recharges with a quiet night in while you get energy from a buzzing crowd?
🔍 Try This: Take the Jungian Typology Test to uncover your unique personality blueprint—are you an introspective INFP, a bold ENTJ, or something in between?
Understanding your Jungian personality type isn’t just about labels—it’s a tool for self-awareness, creativity, and personal growth. Ready to explore? Let’s dive in! 🎨✨
Tap into Your Inner Wisdom: 8 Jungian Principles to Supercharge Your Creativity and Personal Growth
Tap into Your Inner Wisdom with Jungian Psychology
Ever feel like there’s a deeper well of creativity and insight inside you—just waiting to be unlocked? Carl Jung’s psychological principles offer a roadmap to self-discovery, artistic expression, and personal growth.
🔮 Try This: Pay attention to patterns in your dreams, emotions, and creative blocks. They might be messages from your unconscious, nudging you toward your next breakthrough.
Want to dive deeper into Jungian wisdom and creativity? Let’s explore how archetypes, synchronicity, and shadow work can transform the way you think, create, and grow. 🎨✨
Want to Know What Art Therapy Is All About?
What is Art Therapy?
Art has long been a powerful tool for self-expression and emotional healing. More than just aesthetics, the creative process taps into our subconscious, offering a path to deeper self-awareness and personal growth.
Art therapy is a psychotherapy approach that uses creative expression to support mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. Unlike traditional talk therapy, art therapy allows individuals to express emotions non-verbally, giving shape to feelings that may be difficult to articulate.
At its core, art therapy is based on several key principles:
Non-Verbal Expression – Art offers a unique form of communication beyond words.
Self-Exploration – Creativity fosters deeper introspection and emotional awareness.
Symbolism – Artistic creations can reveal subconscious thoughts and emotions.
Empowerment – The creative process provides control over one’s healing journey.
Holistic Healing – Art therapy acknowledges the mind-body connection in emotional wellness.
Whether through guided sessions with a therapist or self-led creative exercises, art therapy provides a safe and transformative way to explore emotions. Looking for a place to start? Try Printable Art Therapy Cards for mindfulness and emotional reflection.
📌 Want to explore more creative therapy tools? Visit my Etsy shop: Creative Therapy Printables for resources designed by a psychotherapist to support emotional well-being.
Unlock Creativity and Calm with Reverse Coloring
Unlock Creativity and Calm with Reverse Coloring
Imagine picking up a page filled with soft, flowing colors—but instead of adding pigment, you draw the lines. Reverse coloring flips traditional art on its head, inviting you to explore creativity in a way that’s free-flowing, intuitive, and deeply calming.
This technique is more than just a fun activity—it’s a mindfulness tool that quiets the inner critic, sparks imagination, and fosters a sense of playful self-expression. Whether you're an artist or just looking for a way to de-stress, reverse coloring offers a meditative escape into creativity.
🔹 Why It Works: The process encourages spontaneity and relaxed focus, much like art therapy.
🔹 How to Try It: Start with a page of watercolor splashes and let your intuition guide the lines.
Want to experience the magic for yourself? Grab some reverse coloring pages, a pen, and let creativity take the lead! 🎨✨ idea.
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