For modern people who live stressful lives filled with information overload, saying things like 'My mind won't rest' or 'I don't have time to space out,' we are holding an online seminar 'Introduction to Mental Care with Art (Individual Seminar No. 3)' to convey a mental care method that utilizes art. This seminar will not just offer a vague sense of healing, but will explain 'why art is effective for the mind' based on evidence from neuroscience and psychology. Shoma Toita, representative of BUSCA LLC, which operates the art marketplace 'FROM ARTIST,' will clearly explain the '3-minute Art Meditation' that can be immediately practiced at home, and how to choose art that calms the mind.

Background: Art as 'Mental Breathing' for Modern People Modern individuals are constantly exposed to various stimuli from work, housework, social media, news, etc., and are said to make about 6,000 to 10,000 judgments per day. As a result, the brain is constantly tense, and the stress hormone 'cortisol' tends to remain at high levels. To alleviate this excessive burden and provide a switch to turn off the 'overthinking brain,' 'mental care using art' is gaining attention worldwide. Art has scientific effects that can calm our minds and regulate our bodies, even without special knowledge. This seminar will deliver methods for utilizing art as the 'ultimate self-care' that allows busy people to recover in a short time.

Seminar Highlights (Excerpts from the Program) Chapter 1: Unraveling the Reason Art Calms the Mind with 'Science,' Not Just Intuition There is clear scientific evidence for why art is good for mental health. The seminar will explain the following three mechanisms: Lowering Stress Hormones: Overseas research has revealed that just 20 minutes of art appreciation can reduce the stress hormone 'cortisol' by 25%. Secretion of Happiness Hormones: Viewing art stimulates the 'nucleus accumbens' in the brain, releasing dopamine. Simply looking at it naturally makes you feel more positive. Creating a Mindfulness State: Brainwaves during art appreciation are similar to those during meditation, with the effect of regulating breathing and quieting thoughts. Chapter 2: The '3 Types of Art' Effective for Mental Care We answer the question, 'Does any art provide the same healing effect?' We will introduce the characteristics of three types of art specifically for mental care that help regulate your space. Art with 'Soft Curves': Conveys a sense of security and gentleness to the brain, releasing tension. Art with 'Calming Colors (Blue, Green, Beige)': Has a psychological effect of regulating breathing and quieting thoughts. Minimalist Art with 'Plenty of White Space': Has a low visual information load, creating an 'organized and clear space' in the brain. [Practical Session] '3-Minute Art Meditation' Anyone Can Do and How to Incorporate It into Daily Life We also offer practical exercises to turn knowledge into action. By simply following the 'flow' of the artwork with your eyes and letting go of emerging distracting thoughts, we will reveal the steps for 'Art Meditation' that can calm the amygdala (the part of the brain that feels anxiety) in just 3 minutes. Furthermore, we will introduce ways to incorporate it into your life, such as using it as a smartphone wallpaper or a 1-minute bedtime routine.

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