Picture this: The next time you see your doc because you are feeling anxious or depressed, she whips out the prescription pad and writes you an Rx to visit an art gallery, botanical garden, dance performance, or ceramics class.
For folks who are looking for more direct conversations or connections, an ongoing art class might be the best fit, she says. This isn’t about forcing yourself to go to the opera when an aria only gives you a headache . To get the most benefit from your experiences, it’s important to choose something that speaks to you personally, Golden says. That could be listening to a band, going to the theater, or playing an instrument.