Immersive Activities [fun, stress mgmt]

WHAT ARE IMMERSIVE ACTIVITIES?

Immersive activities engage your attention and senses allowing you to become completely absorbed in the moment and thus fully present.

WHY DO IMMERSIVE ACTIVITIES? MATTER?

Activities that capture your interest so completely that your mind takes a break from the analytical thinking, overthinking, and often worrying of daily life, can reset and recharge your emotional health. Immersive activities can:

Reduce stress and boost emotional health by giving you a break from daily pressures and negative thought patterns.

Lead to a state of flow where you are so completely absorbed you lose your sense of time which supports creativity and fresh perspective.

Create opportunities to connect with others as many immersive activities are social.

Fill your cup which can allow you to better manage life ups and downs.

HOW CAN WE INTEGRATE IMMERSIVE ACTIVITIES IN TO OUR LIFE?

To integrate immersive activities in to your life, make building them in your routine a priority. You can schedule these activities as appointments on your calendar like you would other commitments. Think of them as beneficial to your health as exercise, nutrition and sleep!

To find immersive activities that are a good fit for you, think about things you love to do- where you lose track of time. These can be creative pursuits like playing an instrument or painting, cooking or baking, spending time in nature, going to the movies or a theatre performance, wellness practice like meditation that integrates sound, attending a workshop of your choice. Be sure to minimize your distractions during this time- turn off your phone, close the computer. Make sure to focus on enjoying the process itself and not the result!