5 Reasons You May Want To Pick Up Crayons Again

Did you know that 6 of the top 20 selling books on Amazonare adult coloring books?

Do you know why?

Adults who rediscover the joys of coloring enjoy a host ofbenefits ~ some of which may surprise you.

Check out 5 reasonscoloring’s not just for kids anymore. (And why I’m hosting my CreativeOasis Coloring and Wine Party on August 26th!)

1. CreativeExpression.  Coloring offers a chance to experience lovely, low-pressurecreative expression. The forms on coloring pages have already been created foryou. They provide a gentle structure in which you get to add your choice ofcolors using your choice of medium…crayons, colored pencils or watercolors for example.

You can enjoy the act of coloring without any specialskills, training or talent. And you can easily find inexpensive supplies at yourlocal grocery store or pharmacy.

2. Stress Relief. We’velearned that coloring serves as an excellent means of relaxation. In fact, some say coloring providesbenefits similar to meditating.

Psychologist Antoni Martinez says, “I recommend coloring asa relaxation technique. We can use it to enter a more creative, freer state ofbeing.”

3. Digital Detox.In a world where we’re connected to and communicating via electronic devices somuch of the time, coloring offers a tranquil digital detox.

4. Free Thinking.When you allow yourself to become absorbed in the simple creative activity athand, your mind becomes more focused and quiet. It becomes easier to releasethoughts of your never-ending to-do lists and relax and truly experience thepresent moment. Meditation promises this as well, but coloring offers an easy,enjoyable alternative.

5. Good Old-FashionedFun! Many people haven’t touched a crayon since elementary school andthey’re amazed to remember how much fun coloring can be.

For all of these reasons and more, I’m delighted to offermy first Creative Oasis Coloring Party on August 26, 2015.

Join me for some low-pressure creative play usingcrayons, colored pencils and watercolors while learning simple ways to weavemore creative fun into your busy life and why creativity can be so beneficialfor your overall health and well-being. 

What could possibly make a Creative Oasis Coloring Party evenbetter? 

The location ~ the lovely timesten cellars in Dallas! (So we'll during our party we'llcombine the health benefits of wine with the health benefits of creativity, howfun is that?)

Want to join us? Space is limited so pleaseregister online to reserve your spot. (*Pre-registration is required half the available seats have already been purchased.)

Here are all the details: 

NOTE: THE 8/25/16 PARTY HAS SOLD OUT

BUT GOOD NEWS, WE'LL BE HOSTING ANOTHER PARTY 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 ~ 7:30 TO 9PM

TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET FOR THE 9/16/15 PARTY 

USE THIS 'BUY NOW' BUTTON BELOW

What:

CreativeOasis Coloring Party

Where: 

times ten cellars

6324 ProspectAvenue

Dallas, Texas 75214

When:

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

7:30 to 9:00pm

Cost:

$25 (includescreative supplies and one glass of wine)

*NOTE: Tickets must be purchasedprior to the event since there is limited space and we want to be to haveenough of creative supplies for everyone attending.

I hope you'll join me for anevening of wine, creative camaraderie and coloring fun!

I'm also happy to share my Mid-Week Oasis Moment with you ~ bite-size bonbons of creative inspiration and motivation delivered each week. (Of course you can unsubscribe anytime you wish.) 

xo ~ Jill