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Creating Inner Wellbeing
Our Ultimate Guide of Practices to Try Today
Co-created by The Wellbeing Network
Here at The Wellbeing Project, we don’t define “inner wellbeing” – it’s something that means different things to each of us! We do share, however, practices and rituals that help us all along our individual wellbeing journeys.
We asked members of The Wellbeing Network – our global coalition of individuals and organisations championing the wellbeing for social change movement – to share their favourite practices that help them create a sense of inner wellbeing.
Take a deep dive into this growing list to find your next wellbeing practice.
This list is growing – help us add to it! Do you have a wellbeing practice to share? Did you try something on this list and love it?
31 Practices for Creating Inner Wellbeing 31 Practices for Creating Inner Wellbeing
1. Spend a few moments with your breath
By simply tuning into your breath, you can bring yourself into the present moment, ease stress, and create a sense of calmness. It’s a small act with big rewards, boosting your mood, energy, and overall mental clarity. Next time you need a little pick-me-up, just take a deep breath and feel the difference. Get started with our 5-minute guided meditations.
2. Express gratitude
When you pause to acknowledge the things you’re grateful for, whether big or small, you’re shifting your focus to the positive aspects of your life. This simple act can instantly uplift your spirits, cultivate a sense of contentment, and even improve your relationships. So, why not take a moment right now to think of something you’re thankful for? You’ll be amazed at how it brightens your day.
3. Move your body
Whether it’s a quick stretch, a brisk walk, or a dance around the room, getting your body moving can instantly uplift your mood and energy levels. Physical activity releases endorphins, those feel-good hormones that can help alleviate stress and boost your sense of happiness. Plus, moving your body improves circulation, reduces muscle tension, and increases your overall vitality. Need more pros? This podcast episode on a “Playful Approach to Fitness” hosted by Jameela Jamil lists them all.
4. Ha-ha-have a good laugh
Laughter has this magical way of brightening our days and lifting our spirits. When we laugh, it’s like a warm embrace, filling us with joy, connection, and a sense of pure delight. Whether it’s a hearty belly laugh with friends or a giggle shared with loved ones, laughter reminds us to savour the simple pleasures of life and find beauty in every moment.
5. Explore your creativity
Itching to use your hands? Have you always wanted to learn a new artistic skill? Find a space to practice your creativity, such as an art class or a DIY project at home. Not only does exercising your creativity feel fulfilling and spark joy, but using your hands is a proven way to increase feelings of satisfaction.
6. Journaling
Journaling can significantly enhance wellbeing by providing a structured outlet for processing emotions, reducing stress, and gaining clarity on thoughts and experiences. Through journaling, we can track patterns, set goals, and reflect on personal growth, leading to increased self-awareness and resilience. Don’t know where to start? This podcast episode hosted by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee may provide some guidance.
7. Enjoy playtime
Play isn’t just for kids! Adults need to have fun too. Spending time playing – having fun for fun’s sake – can be an antidote to stress, increase feelings of joy, promote imagination and creativity, and build bonds and empathy with others.
8. Learn a new skill
Have you always wanted to know how to cook? Speak a language? Build something? Learning new skills is a great way to introduce novelty into your life, build self-confidence, and meet new people. Watch how-to videos on platforms like YouTube, Udemy, and LinkedIn or ask someone in your community to teach you something new.
9. Spend some time in the sun
Humans are just like plants: we need sunlight to grow and thrive too! Making sure you get a daily dose of Vitamin D (or bright light if the weather is darker) can be one way to boost serotonin levels, strengthen your immune system, and support your wellbeing.
10. Enjoy Ma (間)
Ma is a Japanese philosophical concept of the space between a beginning and an end. In enjoying Ma, we take time to pause, be mindful, and reflect on what has begun and what has ended. The result is an intentional, slow moment that can help quiet the mind.
11. Say “hello”
Research in the U.S. showed that adults who said “hello” to their neighbours self-reported higher rates of wellbeing than those who didn’t. Who in your community can you start saying “hello” to?
12. Stop to smell the roses
By slowing down, being mindful, and keeping an eye on the little things in life, we can invite a certain quietude, peace, and happiness into our hearts. Taking time to notice and be delighted by shōkakkō – a Japanese term for little joys in life – can be a beautiful practice for mindfulness, gratitude, and happiness.
13. Try meditation
Meditating is a practice of mental calm and focus. There are many ways you can meditate. You can start a practice entirely on your own, or you can even download guided meditations from our Meditation Hub or any of your favourite apps.
14. Visit an art museum
While creating art can be incredibly therapeutic, so can simply observing and contemplating it. Alain de Botton and John Armstrong’s book, “Art as Therapy”, explores how viewing art from a new point of view can help us with our wellbeing. The book offers several techniques for using art as therapy, but you can also venture out on your own to see how spending time in museums and galleries makes you feel. Here are some tips from the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain.
15. Dance in a group
Dancing with others is an integral part of many cultures. Whether by partaking in a traditional dance or just spontaneously busting a move, dancing is a great way to move the body and connect with others. Look for dance classes in your community, collective dance experiences like flash mobs, attend a concert, or participate in dancing rituals in your community.
16. Drink some extra water
We need to stay hydrated to stay focused and energized during the day. Have trouble drinking enough water throughout the day? Try setting a timer or setting out your cups of water in the morning to remind yourself to drink up.
17. Stretch it out
When you take the time to stretch, you’re not only releasing tension and tightness in your muscles but also increasing blood flow and flexibility. Plus, stretching can help improve your posture and prevent injuries, allowing you to move through your day with greater ease and comfort.
18. Speak to a therapist
Talk therapy offers a compassionate and supportive space to openly explore our thoughts and feelings, leading to improved self-awareness, healthier coping strategies, and increased resilience. Research consistently shows the effectiveness of therapy in reducing psychological symptoms and enhancing overall wellbeing, highlighting its importance in emotional healing and growth.
19. Spend time with a furry friend
Study after study confirms what humans have felt and known since the dawn of time: animals have this incredible power to heal and uplift us, making our hearts lighter and our spirits brighter. Just being around them can wrap us in feelings of comfort, companionship, and pure, unconditional love, making us feel truly connected and supported. Even if you don’t have an animal at home, you can visit a friend’s pet, watch animals in a park, or volunteer at an animal shelter.
20. Take some time off
Ah, taking some time off! An invitation to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in moments of discovery. Whether you’re exploring far-off lands, reconnecting with loved ones, or simply indulging in some well-deserved rest, a sabbatical or holiday is a precious gift to yourself. On top of being a chance to refuel your spirit, recharge your energy, and return to life feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready, it’s also believed to extend your life expectancy!
21. Eat well
Eating well is like a love letter to your body and soul. Every bite is an opportunity to show yourself kindness and care, to honour the incredible vessel that carries you through life’s journey. Whether it’s savouring a colourful salad bursting with fresh veggies or indulging in a decadent piece of dark chocolate, eating well is a celebration of the abundance and goodness that surrounds us.
22. Cultivate your friendships
Whether it’s catching up over a cup of coffee, or simply being there for one another in times of need, cultivating friendships enriches our lives in countless ways and even extends our lifespan! It’s about creating a network of love and support that sustains us through life’s ups and downs, reminding us that we are never alone.
23. Let it go
A study conducted by the University of Frankfurt found that singing releases oxytocin, a hormone linked to bonding and social connection, which can elevate mood and reduce feelings of loneliness. Singing offers not only a source of artistic expression but also a powerful tool for enhancing mental, emotional, and physical health. Meaningful songs, like those used in special rituals or just your favourite tunes, can help bring you closer to yourself and others.
24. Saddle up
Spending time with horses, either informally or through Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAT), can be incredibly therapeutic. As sacred animals in some cultural traditions, like the First Nations communities in North America, spending time with horses can invoke the historic, spiritual connection between humans and this majestic animal.
25. Tune in
Music can have a healing, therapeutic, and mood-boosting effect on your mental health and wellbeing. When you listen to music that you enjoy or are familiar with, your brain produces the happy hormone (dopamine) and lowers the stress hormone (cortisol). Listening to your favorite music can not only make you feel more joyful but it also can relieve stress and anxiety. Turn it up!
26. Enjoy a light (or strong) touch
Massage therapy is one way to cope with stress and improve your physical and mental wellbeing. When one gets a massage, their body releases serotonin, which eases feelings of depression and sadness, and lower cortisol, a stress-related hormone. One could consider a massage like “an hour-long hug” where physical touch and contact give space for both physical and mental relaxation and rest.
27. Head to the great outdoors
Exercising outside can improve mood, self-esteem, and physical health. Research has shown that there are psychological benefits of physical activity in natural environments. Being outside within nature can offer a restorative environment for when we feel a sense of mental fatigue. Find rejuvenation in Ecological Belonging.
28. Dancing
Dancing is a form of exercise that engages multiple body systems at the same time – the heart, lungs, muscles, and brain. Your brain also releases endorphins when you exercise which can have a mood-boosting effect. Don’t have time to attend a dance class? Can’t find a group to dance with? Get moving on your own by just turning on your favourite music and busting a move at home.
29. Art therapy
Art therapy is a healing process centred on art-making and psychotherapeutic creativity. It can help reduce distress and build emotional resilience. Whether conducted individually or within a community, art therapy can provide a space for meaning-making, which can contribute to an overall improved sense of wellbeing.
30. Slip into full-body bliss with yoga nidra
Yoga nidra, or yogic sleep, is a powerful meditation technique for relaxing and rejuvenating the body. Each short session, taken lying down in the savasana pose, gently guides you through a deep dive through the different layers of the self. You can emerge feeling rested, restored, and ready to go: some say a 45-minute session can lend the physical effect of having slept for 3 hours!
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THINK HAPPY THOUGHTS
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“Even though social distancing has pulled us physically apart, the emotional bonds that we share with our loved ones are still intact and our support system will always be there to help, no matter what. In the meantime, let’s gather in a telepathic embrace, let’s hear our voices over the phone, and let’s read our words of joy & concern through letters. We will hug, and look at each other in the eyes again, and when that day comes, our connection will be stronger than ever.”
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Lisa Vollrath
SPREAD COMPASSION
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“I see nerves getting frayed, from all the staying home, and little inconveniences of our new day to day life. I always try to remember to spread a little laughter when I go out, even if I’m not feeling particularly happy. The world isn’t all about me, and it’s good to have a little compassion for the folks around us right now.”
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TAKE CARE
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“Protect each other and be kind!”
lindsay-bonavolonta
MENTAL HEALTH
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“I, like all essential workers, have recently been given an important task; to be the face of resilience during this pandemic. However, while we spend much of our time helping others it can be easy to forget about our own mental health needs as we navigate this new normal.”
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STAY HEALTHY STAY STRONG
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COVID COMPASSION
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KINDNESS NOT CANCELLED
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RAUL GUTIERREZ
STAY MINDFUL
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STAY IN TOUCH
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In the current Covid-19 crisis thinking on the future just makes me experience much anxiety. As I currently see things, there’s no point to think about the future when a storm of uncertainty surrounds us and our lives are on hold. I think it’s time for us to stay mindful, concentrating on the present moment and tackle everyday problems in the calmest way possible. If our mind is overloaded, our capacity response will stay low which won’t allow us to progress. I suggest practicing yoga and meditation as a powerful tool to stay calm and coherent.
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GIANCARLO MANCUSO
HOPE
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KIMBERLY ASHBY
SELF CARE
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Kimberly Marie Ashby is a Black and Native American, queer, woman artist, activist, and doctoral candidate in counseling psychology. Kimberly creates hand-cut collages through an Afrofuturist lens, using found materials to reflect marginalized people’s ability to make marvels out of the scraps they are given. Kimberly created this hand-cut collage To express the importance of self-care, particularly for Black and Brown people in the US who are being disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
SHIRIEN DAMRA
LET YOURSELF REST
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THIS TOO SHALL PASS
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JUST REMEMBER TO BREATHE
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“My poster is one of a series of three original oil paintings. I used oil due to its association with portraits of important historical figures, adding gravity to the message in the poster. The idea is to insert the mask into attractive and aspirational images, representing the idea of wearing a mask as a positive thing. Each poster is based around the word breathe. Firstly – around the literal idea of being able to breathe freely by wearing a mask, secondly – allowing the planet the space to breathe by doing your part and thirdly – addressing the anxiety that comes with the unknown elements of the crisis.”
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LET THE PLANET BREATHE
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“My poster is one of a series of three original oil paintings. I used oil due to its association with portraits of important historical figures, adding gravity to the message in the poster. The idea is to insert the mask into attractive and aspirational images, representing the idea of wearing a mask as a positive thing. Each poster is based around the word breathe. Firstly – around the literal idea of being able to breathe freely by wearing a mask, secondly – allowing the planet the space to breathe by doing your part and thirdly – addressing the anxiety that comes with the unknown elements of the crisis.”
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BREATHE
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
“My poster is one of a series of three original oil paintings. I used oil due to its association with portraits of important historical figures, adding gravity to the message in the poster. The idea is to insert the mask into attractive and aspirational images, representing the idea of wearing a mask as a positive thing. Each poster is based around the word breathe. Firstly – around the literal idea of being able to breathe freely by wearing a mask, secondly – allowing the planet the space to breathe by doing your part and thirdly – addressing the anxiety that comes with the unknown elements of the crisis.”
Skye Sturm
SPREAD LOVE
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“I created this artwork because I wanted to celebrate all of the acts of selflessness and kindness, both big and small, that we have seen during the pandemic. But I was also seeing so much hatred and blame. I wanted to remind people to withhold judgement, to remember that we are all in this together and that a little kindness goes a long way. Even wearing a mask and maintaining distance is an act of kindness and respect to those around us. I chose the rainbow and sunshine as a bright and positive backdrop to the message – the symbol of hope, of rays of sunlight which shine through in a dark storm. I hope this message can help people to stay positive, and that it encourages everyone to spread a little love in these difficult times.”
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GOOD DAYS NOT FAR AWAY
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“It’s time to manage the voice of the Media and take control of the voices inside our heads. The media content we’ve been consuming since Covid-19 has taken a toll on our thoughts and emotions. We feel the urge to stay up to date on the current happenings and tend to incline towards negativity. This artwork is inspired by vintage advertisements, portraying the importance of a mental cleanse. Visual media like advertisements, cinema etc, have always been part of our mental growth. I visualise the voice of media to be more positive and break stereotypes around mental illness.”
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mind-aware world-awake
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“If we all connect our minds and stay aware, the world will wake up. MIND AWARE- WORLD AWAKE!”
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MIND MEDIA POSITIVITY
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
“It’s time to manage the voice of the Media and take control of the voices inside our heads. The media content we’ve been consuming since Covid-19 has taken a toll on our thoughts and emotions. We feel the urge to stay up to date on the current happenings and tend to incline towards negativity. This artwork is inspired by vintage advertisements, portraying the importance of a mental cleanse. Visual media like advertisements, cinema etc, have always been part of our mental growth. I visualise the voice of media to be more positive and break stereotypes around mental illness.”
ALEJANDRO VARELA
DON’T PANIC, BE RESILIENT
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“This work riffs off the famous phrase of the Indian spiritual master Meher Baba, “Don’t worry; Be happy,” later converted into song by Bobby McFerrin in 1988. Its concise message of positivity has at times been misunderstood as careless or passive, but simplicity is powerful and mantras like these continue to be used because they encourage us during challenging times. While its difficult to be happy in the face of this crisis and the uncertainty it brings, together we can withstand the curve, flatten it, and recover- not through worry or panic, but through collaboration as a world community. With this work, I want to express a simple message for all of us: to resist fear-mongering messages and to focus on our innate human resilience.”
PACO ESPINAR
HOPE HOME
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ANIRUDH KADAV
BREATHE
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“The nearer a man comes to a calm mind, the closer he is to strength’ In my opinion, mental health is the most overlooked aspect of human nature. Seldom we give it the attention it deserves. No amount of wealth guarantees ones well being and current global scenario is a reflection of the same. At the moment, when the world is facing a, what seems to be an immortal, enemy, no amount of wealth or militia is enough to fight it. In these times, when people are forced to be at home, take a step back and reflect. As much effort is being put in maintaining and enhancing physical strength, try and focus on your inner peace as well. What makes you happy? A question, to which most of us have an answer to, but rarely do we act on it. We have always been too pre occupied with things and troubles, which now do not seem to matter as much. So let’s take a deep breathe, and focus on what is more important – YOU. Be the change you wish to see in the world. World peace, begins at Inner peace. Stay Positive. Stay Home. Stay Safe”
RUCHITA ASHOK
PRAY FOR THE WORLD
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“The modern pandemic COVID-19 will define this era absolutely. No one who lives through will forget the pain that people are feeling now and will continue to feel for years to come. Meanwhile on the other hand this will define brotherhood, humanity, faith, strength, courage and kindness.There is always a light at the end of tunnel but while going through that darkness nobody knows if there is any, but it is the faith and hope and willpower that keeps us driving through hardships to reach the brighter side. Pray for our world, pray for all!”
RUE OLIVER
GATHER OUR POWERS
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RAHUL JAIGADKAR
GYAN MUDRA
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“Coping with the pandemic is getting harder and harder with each passing day. With so much of information freely available to read, our mind is filled with numerous thoughts such as the lotus surrounded by dirtiest water. As the lotus produces the most beautiful lotus flower from this dirty water, Gyan Mudra helps us to purify our thoughts.”
VINITHA BASKARAN
HOPE AND LOVE
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age
“The world will be a better place with an abundance of Hope and Love. In this difficult time of year, Let us all hope that this too shall pass and spread as much as love as possible to one another.”
TROY CHAFIN
NATURE HEALS
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“Nature (the sun, trees, plants, animals, and so on) is the greatest source of therapy for humans that has ever existed. Everything in nature is meant to heal us. In this age of isolation, yes, the world needs messages of action, staying in separation from each other, and helping one another. But in addition to this, we all also need messages of calming hope. That everything will be ok. Get some sunshine on your face, and connect with your plants and pets inside your home. Nature will heal us.”
Ruchita Ashok
HOPE
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“Hope can be a powerful force, especially in difficult times. Today, the world is facing the coronavirus crisis, a pandemic that has changed lives for millions of people, so Let’s stand strong behind every fighter and to donate non-profits organizations providing relief during Covid-19 and taking all precautionary measures. Stay safe at home. And most importantly, remember prevention is better than cure.🌼”
Ruchita Ashok
BELIEVES
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“Every little donation will help in making sure that somebody doesn’t sleep hungry.”
BUNNIE REISS
HOPE
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age
“I created these posters as a way to connect with the world during a time of such complete isolation. My hope is that they help others to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The only real way for us to get through this is together.
BUNNIE REISS
STANDING APART
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age
“I created these posters as a way to connect with the world during a time of such complete isolation. My hope is that they help others to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The only real way for us to get through this is together.”
EMILY PERELMAN
SUPPORT EACH OTHER
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
Digital illustration representing themes of support, coming together, and shining a light in a time of darkness, by Emily Lynn Perelman.
See more from Emily here
EMILY PERELMAN
SUPPORT EACH OTHER
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
Digital illustration representing themes of support, coming together, and shining a light in a time of darkness, by Emily Lynn Perelman.
See more from Emily here
LENDL ROMERO
SACRIFICES
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
A Greater risk of everything in life is what our Medical People are willing to sacrifice fighting this life threatening pandemic. Most countries are not prepared and it comes with a prize . My art speaks everything lacking on our Health Care System . We may get through this soon but we need to provide them the liberty and support they need . To our Front liners we salute and pray for the strength you put into despite the lack of measures of our Government. (Ray thorns & Sun represents the hero / liberty image)
KIMBERLY ASHBY
SELF CARE
In response to COVID-19, The Wellbeing Project, in collaboration with Amplifier Art launched a campaign with top art curators and public-health advisors from around the world, looking for symbols that promote mental health, wellbeing and social change work in this new age.
Kimberly Marie Ashby is a Black and Native American, queer, woman artist, activist, and doctoral candidate in counseling psychology. Kimberly creates hand-cut collages through an Afrofuturist lens, using found materials to reflect marginalized people’s ability to make marvels out of the scraps they are given. Kimberly created this hand-cut collage To express the importance of self-care, particularly for Black and Brown people in the US who are being disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
