Why I am a paper “freak”.

I thought I would share something a little personal today and give you a better idea of who I am.

I am a verified paper freak. I love paper. Wallpaper, scrapbook paper, fancy papers, gift wrap. Of course, I am also somewhat of an artist so I do need paper.

I buy paper everywhere, at garage sales, thrift shops, etc. I’m the only person I know that looks for paper first at garage sales and thrift shops and on clearance at retail stores.

I think I have enough now to last the rest of my life.

I’m serious. A few weeks ago I was in Hobby Lobby and walked through the artist supplies area and found they were clearing out their own brand of artists pads/papers. I have no idea why. Everything was marked at 75% off. And here’s the other thing.

The page count in each pack was almost doubled the page count that was indicated on the front covers.

WIN. WIN.

I like to sketch and doodle. Needless to say, I go through a lot of paper that way. I find doodling very therapeutic and usually just throw most of it away. I couldn’t do that if I bought retail.

By the way, doodling is therapeutic in general. And as you can see from what I post here, it can be whatever you want it be. No judgment, no deadlines.

So today I thought I’d share some of my “doodling” so you know I wasn’t kidding.

This kind of abstract doodling above is really relaxing. It’s more like a zentangle. Plus, I find I often doodle circular type shapes which I’m sure is quite “zen”.

I’ll probably use this rose banner in my journal.

Some more swags and banners for my BUJO. (Bullet journal)

I find that when I’m doodling, I relax. Everything slows down. It’s a great activity to do in the evening to wind down. As you can tell, there is certainly no perfection here. No even trying for that.

I often “doodle” in ink so I can’t erase.

It also reminds me that some things in our lives can’t be erased. They just have to be dealt with.

Rebecca Platt

I hope you will try “doodling”. So many times, it’s the little things like this that really help with depression.

Here’s a link to my Pinterest board if you want some simple ideas.

God bless and have a “doodle” of a day.

Rebecca

Hi. I'm so glad you're here. My blog focuses on faith and mental health issues such as mood disorders like depression, anxiety, and dysthymia (chronic low moods that don't qualify as depression.) I post DIY and decorating projects when I can. My book, "Depression Has A Big Voice. Make Yours Bigger! (Expanded Edition), is on sale at all online retailers. I have a Psychology degree and post-graduate courses in Clinical Pastoral Education. I am a former hospital chaplain, Bible teacher, and retreat/conference inspirational speaker. Thank you for visiting and may you feel God's presence today.

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