Episode 38 | Movement & Creativity

Creativity and physical activity are inextricably linked. Have you ever had a breakthrough on a problem when out for a walk? And it’s not only the epiphanies. Brain health, memory, and learning get a boost from movement.

In this episode, Evie and Emily break down the different types of movement, discuss why exercise enhances brain health and problem-solving, and share practical ways to incorporate more activity into your daily life.

 

Episode highlights:

• The four categories of movement and why they matter
• How exercise improves mental clarity, stress management, and sleep
• Simple strategies to overcome barriers to physical activity
• How to use movement to spark creativity and problem-solving

 

Helpful Links:

Study on Exercise and Creativity: The Impact of Physical Exercise on Convergent and Divergent Thinking

Sitting Calculator

 

The Four Q’s

Question:

What does a week of movement look like for you?

 

Quest:

Pick one area of physical activity to focus on for the week. Either start doing activities in that area or boost what you are currently doing.

 

Quality Creativity:

Emily’s WalkingPad

 

Quote:

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can do.

• Arthur Ashe

 

For additional info, check out our show notes page:

Episode 38: Movement & Creativity

 

And if you’re ready, we have free guides!

To explore your creative self: Re-discover Your Creative Self

To optimize your brain health: Fuel Your Focus

 

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Have a creative week!

 

Episode Credits:

We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show.

 

Music:

Theme Music:

“Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠.

Break Background Music:

"Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠