At work the other day, I had the patients paint rocks that were all fall themed. I asked them why I would have them paint rocks. The answer they came back to is it is a form of mindfulness. According to Psychology Today, mindfulness is "a state of active, open attention to the present. This state is often described as observing one's thoughts and feelings without judging them as good or bad." Mindfulness is a technique to help ground ourselves and can be used as a coping skill. Here are 9 other benefits to rock painting from https://rockpaintingguide.com/9-ways-improve-health-painting/
1. Expands Your Imagination
2. Memory Booster
3. Promotes Critical Thinking
4. Improve Your Fine Motor Skills
5. Stress Reliever
6. Happiness Factor
7. Emotional Healing Restoration
8. Enhance Communication Skills
9. Keen Observer
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