Drawing an easy hobby to pick up which is enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities and is accessible to everyone. It is a form of visual thinking that can be used as a form of creative exploration, self-expression or even a way of recording memories to preserve and it
Author: Lara Edwards
Community Manager and Editor of Motiv8.Me Woman.
A photographer, radio presenter, poet and spoken word performer, Lara recently graduated from university with a joint honours in History & Creative Writing.
10 benefits of writing
Finding Power Through Poetry – An Interview with Catrin Roberts
As we celebrate International Women’s Day with a series of features, Women’s Editor Lara Edwards speaks to poet and spoken word performer Catrin Roberts to discover how her love of poetry has helped her overcome anxiety, conquer fear and open up incredible new opportunities, while also allowing her to champion and
10 wellbeing benefits of playing chess
The Glory of Geocaching
Geocaching is a relatively new and engaging pastime and has numerous physical, social and mental benefits. It is an enjoyable challenge that is great for those wishing to improve their wellbeing and spend more time outdoors. It encourages participants to engage with the natural and manmade environment in a new
The beauty and benefits of birdwatching
Birdwatching is a hobby and has been steading increasing in popularity all over the world. It requires absolutely nothing to get started and is an environmentally friendly pastime that promotes engagement with and appreciation of nature. You may also be surprised by the numerous health benefits that birdwatching has to offer Bird
The Creativity of Calligraphy
The hobby of calligraphy is that it has numerous positive benefits and endless creative possibilities, that can be explored and enjoyed. As well as the pleasure of developing a new skill, it allows us to indulge in a creative practise that can boost our wellbeing, promoting calm and tranquillity and
