The arts have a crucial role keep the mind active during the coronavirus lockdown. Mental health charity MIND promotes creativity in its Covid-19 advice to people for taking care of their mental health and wellbeing Art is a natural way to promote mindfulness. Being involved in a creative project temporarily allows us to stop worrying about the future or dwell on the past. The arts also promote relaxation and creates a space for social connection.
Below are great resources to help you destress, push yourself forward creatively or simply get inspired by new perspectives.