The COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for everyone to conduct their usual lives. First, there was the lockdown that trapped us in our homes for long periods, and now the constant uncertainty of jobs is causing further stress.

Original Article Source Credits: Johns Hopkins, https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/

Article Written By: Linell Smith

Original Article Posted on: 26th March 2020

Link to Original Article: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/articles/the-calming-power-of-art

As a photographer, I like to focus on "seeing" what's around me.  As I take my daily walks (outside when the weather cooperates), I enjoy paying close attention to what I can see. 

Sometimes something just catches my eye & I examine it further.  Sometimes I actively seek out something interesting along my path.  I encourage you to do this and I believe you will find it adds greatly to the relaxation of  your walk.  Notice all the sounds  around you.  Notice the patterns, color, lighting. 

Original Article Source Credits: Psychology Today , https://www.psychologytoday.com/

Article Written By: Joan Cusack Handler Ph.D.

Original Article Posted on: Aug 12, 2020

Link to Original Article:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/art-and-science/202008/art-path-emotion