posted by Kelly at 6:52 PM

Each of us is unique. That fact alone is empowering and helps us to recognize that we all have a gift of expression to offer to the world. Connecting with our originality is just as important to our wellness as our body composition falling in the normal range. We need to be inspired so that we may become inspirational to others. This is a part of spiritual wellness.

What does creativity mean to you? Do you feel creative or artistic? If you don’t, is it because you don’t give yourself permission? If you do, when was the last time you looked for an opportunity to create? I enrolled in a creative writing workshop, in part to improve my blogging. Now, I understand that this was a way for me to invest in myself. The return I received, on the two hours in this class each week, is priceless. I learned ways to question, process information, observe the world around me and express it all with words. Plus, it was so much fun!

There are plenty of great ways to develop your creative side at Canyon Ranch. You might try a clay class or the incredibly popular workshop. You could take a hike, and the beauty of you experience may ignite your creativity. Another option is a consultation on journaling, which wonderful for nourishing your feelings and impressions. If you currently journal or have ever considered it, this is a great way to get your juices flowing.

I remember a guest who came to Canyon Ranch about six years ago, thanks to a birthday gift from her daughter. At first, this woman said her goal was simply to relax. As our discussion continued, she shared with me that she secretly wanted to write a book. This book was not something she would have published, but rather something to give to her children. She would write letters to her daughters and bind them in a book for them to keep. It took some encouragement, but she did schedule a session with one of a Ranch expert on journaling. By the end of her trip, she cancelled all other services and did six of those sessions. We did not keep in touch after her departure, but I have a feeling that the book is done.

Finding your creative niche can be like shopping for a pair of jeans. They have to fit your body, your style, your look. You may need to shop around before you find your creative outlet, but the time is well worth it. Canyon Ranch can be a special place to discover fun ways of nurturing your spiritual, artistic side. Heck, if it feels fun and sparks your imagination – climb the rock wall in the Spa Club, Las Vegas sideways! Now, that is what I would call creative!