Creativity allows the mind to switch off from daily troubles. A creative act such as crafting or baking can help focus the mind, and has even been compared to meditation due to its calming effects on the brain and body. Even just gardening or sewing releases dopamine, a natural anti-depressant. Creativity reduces anxiety, depression, and stress and it can also help process trauma.

As we enter week two of this very different, temporary life, there’s going to be moments where little bubbles of doubt, fear, panic, worry and exhaustion rise to the surface in all of us. It’s important to remember during this time, first of all – you’re not alone.

Today brings with it the first day of a new, strange chapter in all of our lives in the UK. Many of you will be waking up this morning to the start of your home-schooling journey with your children. Others, who are key workers, will be heading off to their potentially busier than usual jobs.