I am really inspired by the bursts of creativity I am encountering at the moment. From the Hip Hop class taking place at Gabriela's dance school in Karpenisi, Greece, to the wonderful murals at the Robert Cole Centre for children with special needs in Comanesti, Romania. The Hip Hop class integrates children of all ages and stages, some with developmental needs, and parents can join in too. I heard one boy say that he loved Hip Hop because it wasn't sissy like ballet!
The Robert Cole Centre is truly inspirational and caters for children and teenagers with complex and multiple needs. They encourage all the arts in their educational and therapeutic programmes. And this recent mural is just one example of their dedicated work, (and play!).
I have just given a talk on Radio Karpenisi about the importance of creativity and the development of the brain, and it's significance even during pregnancy. If we had more creativity and the arts in schools and communities, there would be less need for Dramatherapists and Play Therapists. It gives examples of creative approaches to therapy with many different populations, and institutions. You can hear the hour long broadcast on your computer from Sue Jennings Facebook page.
Encourage your playful brain and do something creative today!
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