More ways to feel your feels in 2023. Alternatives to talk therapy are on the rise—such as expressive art and music therapy. And how about art journalling, which is up a whopping 37x. Gen Z and Millennials are driving this trend, seeking new, creative ways to work on themselves.
Writing therapy
+1840%Expressive art therapy activities
+120%Music therapy
+30%Journal writing prompts therapy
+220%Art journal therapy
+3755%Writing therapy
Expressive art therapy activities
Music therapy
Journal writing prompts therapy
Art journal therapy
Behind the trend
In recent years, the conversation around mental well-being has entered the cultural zeitgeist. Due to this shift, people will feel empowered to look beyond traditional talk therapy and find the best creative outlets to support themselves—from music to journal writing to expressive art activities.²
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