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Podcast episodes about knitting and ADHD
Why I Knit podcast episodes exploring stories about knitting and ADHD, through a range of lived experiences and contexts.
Blogs about knitting and attention
Blog collection exploring knitting and attention: how knitting supports focus, reduces overthinking, and doom-scrolling
Swap mindless scrolling for mindful knitting
Swap scrolling for knitting and learn how mindful knitting can reduce phone use, boost mood, and support calm, focus, and emotional regulation.
Knitting and wellbeing, reflections on 2025 (Why I Knit bonus episode)
A reflective Why I Knit podcast episode exploring knitting and wellbeing, creativity, community, and plans for Creative Restoration in 2026.
Can knitting reduce blood pressure? A knitting research mystery
The internet claims that knitting can reduce blood pressure – but where does this come from and is it true?
Bonus episode – Knitting for burnout prevention with Dr Paula Redmond
Mia talks with Dr Paula Redmond about her work with health professionals and knitting for burnout prevention.
Pleasure and mastery in creativity: One line at a time
Drawing on ideas from CBT, this post explores how pleasure and mastery in creativity can support mental health. Through a one-line yarn portrait, Paula reflects on progress, accomplishment, and the quiet satisfaction of creating something new.
Tired of overthinking? Pick up your knitting needles!
Feeling stuck in your head? Knitting for overthinking offers a soothing, mindful way to quiet your thoughts and find calm through creativity.
How creativity can protect you from burnout
Feeling overwhelmed or exhausted? Creativity could be your secret weapon. From mindful knitting to everyday acts of making, discover how creative play can help you rest, reconnect, and recover from burnout.
