Using our Hands

Humans have been making things with their hands for thousands of years, and this instinctual drive to create is deeply ingrained in our biology and psychology. Studies have shown that engaging in creative activities, such as painting, pottery, or woodworking, can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve mood.

However, as technology has advanced, we've become increasingly reliant on machines and automation to do the work for us. While this has brought many benefits, it has also led to a sense of disconnection from the act of creation and the satisfaction that comes with it.

In some cases, technology can take away our ability to create and make things ourselves.

For example, many of the products we use every day are made in factories by machines, and the process of making them is completely automated. While this may be efficient and cost-effective, it can also lead to a sense of disconnection from the objects we use and the world around us. However, there is a growing movement towards DIY and handmade goods, which can help us reconnect with the act of creation and the satisfaction that comes with it.

By making things ourselves, we can develop new skills, express our creativity, and take pride in our work. Whether it's knitting a sweater, building a piece of furniture, or making a meal from scratch, the act of creating something with our own hands can be deeply satisfying and fulfilling.

In short, while technology has brought many benefits, it's important not to lose sight of our innate drive to create and make things ourselves. By engaging in creative activities and making things with our hands, we can reconnect with this fundamental aspect of our humanity and find greater fulfillment and satisfaction in our lives.

Dr. Feiker loves working with his hands. He enjoys working with wood and puts a lot of energy into DIY remodeling projects at home.

We hope that you can tap into some creativity and use your hands next time you find yourself needing to reduce your stress. Could be as simple as cooking a meal from scratch.

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