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    Creativity as self actualization

    A close-up view of a camera lens being held by a person's hands, with a blurred background of what appears to be a crowd or group of people.

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    Creativity as survival tool

    A person in a navy blue jacket and cap is sitting at a desk, writing or drawing in a notebook, with various objects and a window visible in the background.

    Creativity as a Tool for Wellness

    50-55 Minutes

    Writing Exercise

    Purpose

    Guided Discussion

    Staging Face

    Guided Discussion

    Writing Exercise(optional)

    Send a Postcard(optional, add 5 minutes)

    Closing Thoughts and Evaluations

    Participants will be able to:

    • Identify and analyze the personal impact(s) of their own creative practices

    • Interpret and analyze the film and the artwork depicted in the film, on their own and through discussion

    • Describe how creativity can help in understanding feelings

    Building Empathy for Others

    topics covered

    Creativity, Mental Wellness

    aom nutrients

    Creativity, Honest Self Reflection

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    Self-awareness, Self-management

    wellness wheel

    Creative

    identities

    White, Man / male, Adult, Artist

    film style

    Documentary

    Films Included

    Creativity as self actualization

    A close-up view of a camera lens being held by a person's hands, with a blurred background of what appears to be a crowd or group of people.
    Purpose

    A perfect state of mind can be achieved in so many ways, one of which is finding ones own purpose. Purpose tells the tale of a man’s struggle with depression who found true meaning in a place he least expected.

    film style

    Poetry Film

    identities

    Black, Man / male, Adult, Artist

    Staging Face

    Under the spotlight, in front of a crowded room, drag performers are given permission to share our most authentic selves with almost certain acceptance. When the show is over and we leave our safe spaces, how do we cope with the realities of a less-than-forgiving world? What faces do we wear? Follow several captivating artists as they navigate the complexities of gender identity, community, and mental health – and learn how they became masters in staging face.

    film style

    Documentary

    identities

    Black, Indigenous, White, Nonbinary, Trans, Adult, LGBTQ

    NOTE:

    This is one of 2 versions of Creativity as a Tool for Wellness available on the AOM Platform. The films in this version provide insight into Creativity, Mental Wellness. Other versions focus on different perspectives.

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