This fall I was in IOP therapy to get help with my mental health. My therapist talked about how doing activities that involve both hands uses both sides of the brain and supports neuroplasticity to heal from trauma. My first thought was, “I’m going to start knitting.” So I did, and as silly as it sounds it has been life changing for me. My best friends can attest to how I’ve searched for a hobby for years, and I’ve finally found one that’s just for me that I love and enjoy. 1/5 Knitting Threads