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Swap mindless scrolling for mindful knitting

by Dr Mia Hobbs | Jan 18, 2026 | Attention, Knitting, Wellbeing

Could you swap scrolling for knitting? If you have started 2026 with a New Year’s resolution to spend less time on your phone, you are not alone. Many people want to swap their habit of scrolling mindlessly on social media for another activity that feels calmer and...

Knitting and wellbeing, reflections on 2025 (Why I Knit bonus episode)

by Dr Paula Redmond | Dec 18, 2025 | Knitting, Podcast, Wellbeing

You can listen to the full episode of the Why I Knit podcast via the audio player below, or on your usual podcast app. Knitting and wellbeing have been central themes for us throughout 2025. In this final episode of the Why I Knit podcast for the year, we pause to...

Can knitting reduce blood pressure? A knitting research mystery

by Dr Mia Hobbs | Dec 15, 2025 | Knitting, Research, Wellbeing

Many articles online claim that knitting can reduce blood pressure. For those of us who associate knitting with rest, focus and relaxation, this idea seems completely believable. I’ve even received messages from knitters who noticed lower readings during medical...

Bonus episode – Knitting for burnout prevention with Dr Paula Redmond

by Dr Mia Hobbs | Oct 30, 2025 | Burnout, Knitting, Podcast, Wellbeing

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or burned out? You’re not alone. In this special bonus episode of Why I Knit, we explore knitting for burnout prevention and support emotional wellbeing. I am joined by Creative Restoration’s co-founder and Clinical Psychologist Dr...

Tired of overthinking? Pick up your knitting needles!

by Dr Mia Hobbs | Oct 22, 2025 | Attention, Knitting, Wellbeing

In this post, I’ll explore how knitting for overthinking can help you calm your thoughts, ground yourself, and find focus again. What is overthinking? The most common reason for me to bring knitting into my therapy sessions is when my clients are struggling with...

How creativity can protect you from burnout

by Dr Paula Redmond | Oct 20, 2025 | Burnout, Creativity, Knitting

And why knitting might be just what your nervous system needs If you’re living in today’s world of unrelenting demands and dwindling resources, you’re at risk of burnout. Whether you’re juggling a demanding job, struggling with caring or parenting responsibilities, or...