How Knitting can improve mental health - psychology - wellbeing

• (01:57) Introduction to Dr. Mia Hobbs, a clinical psychologist and knitting advocate.
• (02:17) Mia discusses her journey into psychology and knitting.
• (03:31) Dr. Hobbs’s journey to qualification.
• (04:42) Factors leading to Mia's decision to leave the NHS.
• (08:56) Discussion on work-life balance and flexibility in private practice.
• (09:31) Mia's introduction to knitting and its impact on her mental wellbeing.
• (13:52) Knitting as a mindful activity and its therapeutic benefits.
• (15:53) Use of knitting in therapy sessions, creating tangible products with clients.
• (18:54) Creating therapy blankets.
• (20:31) Reflections on knitting as a generational tradition and its sentimental value.
• (22:28) Loose Ends, an organisation matching volunteers with knitting projects for those unable to knit.
• (24:39) Knitting garment construction methods and cost impacts.
• (26:24) Research on knitting's cognitive benefits.
• (28:08) Knitting's versatility for relaxation and engagement.
• (29:09) Reflection on challenges in funding research on therapeutic knitting.
• (29:58) Bilateral stimulation and its relevance to knitting.
• (30:47) Individual preferences in therapeutic knitting.
• (31:36) Mastery and learning in knitting.
• (32:40) Safe experimentation and self-compassion in knitting.
• (33:28) Good knitting intentions.
• (35:31) Connect with Mia on Instagram and her podcast for therapeutic knitting resources.
• (36:34) Closing remarks
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[@sarahburkhardt2037]

What a fun podcast, and also professional. I am an aspiring LCSW in the U.S.!

[@DrMarianneTrent]

Ahh thanks so much for watching and for your kind comments. You might especially love the beautiful episode I did with Dr Dana Anderson an American forensic psychologist talking about complex trauma. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn7aYn6YirB9bsksi=vl33FjI_xbeTPE99 Wishing you so well in your SW studies. How long do you have left?

[@rituraj.sharma]

Hello madam i am from India, as a man what is other option for me than knitting thanks madam

[@DrMarianneTrent]

Knitting is not gender specific at all and it’s totally ok for men to knit. Give it a go!

[@rituraj.sharma]

What is for man😂❤

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Knitting is for everyone. Not just for people who identify as women

[@audreyandrea460]

My grandpa knit mittens to relieve stress!

[@DrMarianneTrent]

I love this! Thanks so much for your comment! Does he wear them or gift them? @@audreyandrea460