I have always felt that art, done in the right conditions, is as important as therapy. Art engages you on a level that talking or physical action alone can not. When I write fiction or poetry, I tough something deep inside of me and learn about myself in the process.
But sometimes I don't want to write something because it's too painful. Too raw. Too emotional. Too real. But then I remember that art is for myself, and it's a safe place to feel those feelings.
But as the article points out, "the more we try to creative, the more we heal."
Because of the nature of the PTSD Spirituality blog, the article brings up spiritual aspects, such as prayer and sanctification, which may or may not be for you. But give the article, and art, a try. You may be amazed what you discover.
This is so true! I tend to do a lot of writing to cope with the painful emotions brought on by PTSD. It is a great coping mechanism. I also learned a lot of other great coping mechanisms at http://onlineceucredit.com/edu/social-work-ceus-nd. I hope this is helpful.
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