<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Healing Through Creativity Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Healing Through Creativity Foundation]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:49:25 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Does Trauma-Informed Healing Mean?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trauma-informed healing is a phrase that is becoming more common in healthcare, education, mental health services, and community programs. Yet many people still wonder what it actually means. At its core, trauma-informed healing recognizes that many people have experienced difficult life events and that those experiences can affect emotional well-being, relationships, learning, and overall health. Instead of asking, "What's wrong with you?" a trauma-informed approach asks, "What happened to...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/what-does-trauma-informed-healing-mean</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a233c0df64e529b409d9173</guid><category><![CDATA[Trauma-Informed Healing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:27:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_3127f29d67fa4a68be31ab67b7d7a30b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simple Mindfulness Activities for Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Helping Children Build Calm, Focus, and Emotional Wellness Children experience stress, frustration, excitement, and big emotions just like adults do. However, they are still learning how to understand and manage those feelings. This is where mindfulness can make a meaningful difference. Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with curiosity and without judgment. For children, mindfulness does not have to involve sitting quietly for long periods. In fact, some of...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/simple-mindfulness-activities-for-kids</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a232c003919feaaedf9452c</guid><category><![CDATA[Children's Emotional Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:49:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_5e8feab706d2467188a1a18cb0d4b58b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helping Children Express Big Feelings Through Creativity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children experience a wide range of emotions every day. They feel excitement, joy, frustration, disappointment, sadness, fear, and anger. While adults often have years of experience learning how to recognize and manage these emotions, children are still developing those skills. Many children struggle to find the words to explain what they are feeling. As a result, big emotions can sometimes appear through behavior instead of language. A child may withdraw, become unusually quiet, act out, or...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/helping-children-express-big-feelings-through-creativity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2301631f44c606b3779a6e</guid><category><![CDATA[Children's Emotional Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:24:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_ae5f0d4fdff24b17a6c63482b3fe695d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Emotional Wellness Matters for Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every child deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive in an environment that supports their emotional well-being. While physical health and academic achievement often receive significant attention, emotional wellness is equally important for a child's development. Emotional wellness helps children understand their feelings, build healthy relationships, navigate challenges, and develop resilience. It forms the foundation for lifelong well-being and influences how children think,...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/why-emotional-wellness-matters-for-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a22fbb089165fe3fa8d3f50</guid><category><![CDATA[Children's Emotional Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:58:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_3c81bbacde0c483580c2f49bd13eead3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Creativity Matters for Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creativity is often viewed as something reserved for artists, musicians, or writers. However, research shows that creativity is much more than a talent or hobby. It is a powerful tool that can support emotional wellness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and help people process life's challenges. Whether someone is coloring, journaling, painting, gardening, storytelling, dancing, or engaging in imaginative play, creative expression provides opportunities to explore thoughts and emotions...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/why-creativity-matters-for-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a22f04ff64e529b409d0b0f</guid><category><![CDATA[Creative Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:26:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_119ae2802feb40c198eb28d4f21e0df7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Science Behind Coloring and Stress Relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[When most people think about coloring, they often picture a childhood activity filled with crayons and coloring books. However, growing research suggests that coloring can be much more than a simple pastime. It can be a powerful creative wellness tool that supports emotional regulation, stress relief, mindfulness, and overall emotional well-being. In today's fast-paced world, many people are searching for accessible ways to manage stress and improve mental wellness. While coloring is not a...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/the-science-behind-coloring-and-stress-relief</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a22e7c3861147e3839556d3</guid><category><![CDATA[Creative Wellness]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:44:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_7a9ade9607e9447ab2ef06a883a63dd6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Creative Expression Supports Emotional Wellness]]></title><description><![CDATA[When people think about emotional wellness, they often picture counseling, exercise, meditation, or healthy habits. While these approaches can be incredibly helpful, there is another powerful tool that is often overlooked: creative expression. Whether it is coloring, drawing, painting, journaling, music, storytelling, crafting, or other forms of creativity, creative activities provide a meaningful way to process emotions, reduce stress, and build resilience. For children and adults alike,...]]></description><link>https://www.healingthroughcreativityfoundation.org/post/how-creative-expression-supports-emotional-wellness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a21e1b8aaa8d363bc43e39c</guid><category><![CDATA[Creative Wellness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Children's Emotional Wellness]]></category><category><![CDATA[Trauma-Informed Healing]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:54:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/037790_03ada8a66fe448b29accf87a2f80b5d8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>SUE MICHELLE LEE</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>