Health & Wellness Pick Up That Paintbrush How artistic expression benefits mental health, from calming the nervous system to processing memory and trauma, plus where to get creative in Colorado Springs. By Laura Fitzgerald Aug / Sep 2026 Cottonwood Center for the Arts offers dozens of classes for all ages and skill levels. Have you been wanting to take a walk on the creative side of life? Turns out, putting a pen to paper or picking up a paintbrush can improve your mental and physical health, according to scientific studies. Working with your hands can calm the nervous system and…
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Wellness How Journaling Can Improve Physical and Mental Well-Being Dust off that diary: psychiatric nurse practitioner Dr. Cristi Bundukamara explains how journaling, done the right way, can be a cathartic release for both mind and body. By Laura Fitzgerald Jun / Jul 2026 Regular journaling, done the right way, can support both mental clarity and physical well-being. Dust off that diary because the science is in: If done right, regular journaling can be a cathartic release that boosts mental and physical well-being. Journaling helps process emotions, organize thoughts and release negative emotions. It helps develop self-awareness, the first step in…
Want to show your pet a little love? These small businesses will make your pet look and feel their best.Pet Photography: Capturing Special MomentsUnleash your pet’s inner diva at Fancy Ass Pet Photos, LLC. Located at 7245 E U.S. Hwy, Unit 115, on the east side of Colorado Springs, the studio has plenty of props to get creative with your shoot, including a jungle set, disco-style mirrored backdrop and fun couches and backgrounds.Fancy Ass’ photographers also travel to homes for big animals or pets that get anxious traveling. Owner Jeff McManamy said he has worked with a variety of animals,…