Reviving the Art of Reading and Writing: Mental Health Benefits with Joseph Fasano
Getting immersed in the arts is an old fashioned, primitive way for humans to feel like they are a part of something bigger, to get engaged, to become connected to something.
Remember the days when losing yourself in a good book or penning your thoughts was the ultimate escape? In this episode of 'The Better Mental Health Show', Dr. Christopher Fasano sits down with poet and author Joseph Fasano to reminisce about the timeless joys of reading and writing. They ponder whether these creative arts are fading in our tech-driven world and explore their undeniable benefits for mental well-being.
Joseph Fasano shares his journey as a writer and educator, emphasizing how poetry can breathe life into classrooms and why physical books hold a special charm over digital screens. Dr. Fasano sheds light on how disengagement from these activities can affect mental health, stressing the importance of staying connected through the arts.
Whether you're nostalgic for the smell of a new book or curious about integrating more creativity into your life, this episode offers a heartfelt discussion on why the arts still matter. Tune in for a conversation that feels like a warm, intellectual hug, reminding us all that sometimes, the old ways are the best ways.