Did you know there are actual health benefits to crocheting? #shorts #mentalhealth #crocheting

According to an article posted by @lionbrandyarn back in 2014 crocheting (and other yarn crafting) can

Relieve Depression
Reduce Anxiety
Build Self Esteem
May Reduce or Postpone Dementia
Help You Relax
Builds Community
Reduces Stress

I know for me personally, crocheting helps me manage my stress, creating this business has exponentially helped with my self esteem and the amazing crochet community is what pulled me out of my postpartum depression back in 2018.

If I’m feeling really stressed I’ll go outside and crochet while sitting in the grass and grounding. It’s very regenerative!

How has crocheting benefited your mental health? Feel free to share in the comments or just think about it to yourself as a way to practice gratitude.

You can even write it down in your Crafty Planner in the “I am grateful for” section.