378.One of the easiest and most pleasing ways to express your creativity (創(chuàng)造力) is by drawing.In addition,drawing can calm you down in many ways.It can help keep you away from negative thoughts and clear your mind.(1)
Draw something that makes you comfortable.Content (內(nèi)容) does not matter as much as the meaning you connect with whatever you choose to draw.If you find mountains or trees relaxing to be around,try your hand at drawing.You can also draw things like pets or buildings.(2)
For example,draw a dog's head on a pig's body with a horse's legs and tail. Just draw.Experiment on drawing with different color patterns (色型) and emotions.Believe it or not,drawing can help realize physical relaxation by lowering your blood pressure.Color your drawing with bright,exciting colors.Draw patterns.Start with changes of circles,as they're easier to draw.Simply cover a page in a pattern.Keep your subjects smile.Whether you are drawing mountains,humans,or animals,add a face with a smile.(3)
Go somewhere where you feel calm.Choose some quiet places.Turn off your phone,and avoid areas with television or computers.Some private (私人的) places are best,as your drawing will not be forbidden by the presence of others,and you will be less likely to be bothered.Get outside.(4)
Drawing outside can also give you ideas of things to draw. Have fun(5)
Don't worry about the final product.And don't judge your artistic abilities.Lose yourself in the experience of creation!Sitting down to draw for just a few minutes can brighten your feelings.You'll feel energetic and may feel even more open-minded for the rest of the day.
A.Let yourself enjoy the process. B.Listen to music when you draw. C.Simply being outside will calm you down. D.Sure,it's silly but you'll probably smile back. E.Hang up your work somewhere it will catch your eye. F.You can even try combinations of different animal parts. G.And the enjoyment of drawing can help keep your stresses away.
379.Enjoyable Family Picnics Going for a picnic is great at any age.It can either be a simple lunch in the park or a family barbecue at the beach.Whether you go with little kids or just get a romantic afternoon date,picnics can be fun and relaxing.Just remember to prepare.Check the weather forecast.(1)
Picnics are never much fun when it gets too hot or starts to rain.If it is likely to rain,but you still make up your mind to go,think about bringing umbrellas. Pick a location suitable for your family's needs.Different locations are for different types of picnics.(2)
Choose one with a playground for them,and perhaps some bathrooms nearby.Do you want a quiet afternoon to read,or a park with a big field to play football on? (3)
Food is the most important part of a picnic,so don't forget it!Remember to bring some utensils(器皿)you might need,as well as napkins and a garbage bag to clean up afterwards.Bring some books,balls or anything else that could be fun. Finally,don't forget your camera.Other ideas.If it gets hot in the afternoon,why not try a morning picnic to enjoy the songs of birds in the fresh morning air?(4)
It can be fun to have a picnic in your backyard.If you're going on a hike,pack your lunch and turn it into a picnic.But remember to bring extra water! Remember to prepare,and you'll soon be enjoying picnics wherever you are.But keep in mind that not everything always goes as planned.(5)
A.What to bring. B.Do you have little kids? C.Another idea is to stay at home. D.Not everybody likes eating outside. E.Just learn to laugh and enjoy it anyway. F.It may seem obvious but it's often forgotten. G.Do you need big trees to keep the heat off on a sunny day?