Create Something Small

Creativity and anxiety don’t thrive in the same mental space. In this lighthearted practice, Martha Beck invites you to sketch your “anxiety monster,” give it a ridiculous name, and then quite literally toss it away. By shifting from worry to play, you move the brain from anxious rumination into relaxed creativity, a state where calm and problem-solving become possible.
Bring a piece of paper and something to draw with. Silly is the point.

Reviews

Wow, this was so enlightening. My green monster w mean eyes was named Don't come back here.. thank you!❤️

Thank you.

Thank you—that was fun!

Absolutely loved this exercise. Will use again. And with clients. Be gone Meany Man Pessimit 🤣😂

Very pertinent topic for me, and some new ways to look at it, thank you!🙏🏻