Creative Creations for Mindfulness & Gratitude

Join the PMFRC Mental Health Team for a hands-on experience where creativity and mindfulness come together. 

Unleash your creativity, explore your emotions, and find a moment of mindfulness in this workshop designed for youth from Military and Veteran families under age 18. No prior art experience is needed—just an open mind and a willingness to get a little messy! There is no cost to participate.  

• March 19 / 6- 7:30 PM: Junk Journaling for Mental Health (focus on Mindfulness / Gratitude for Youth under 18) – This program offers youth to participate in a mindfulness-based creative activity that supports positive mental health.

Registration will open in February.

Please note: if this is your first time registering for a PMFRC program, a Military Family Navigator will send a follow up email with an additional form to complete your registration. 

For any questions or more information, contact: MHSupport@PetawawaMFRC.com

About the youth session

This program offers an opportunity for up to 10 youth to participate in a mindfulness-based creative activity that supports positive mental health. The creative mindfulness activities, including forms of journaling, can ease stress and improve overall emotional regulation. 

Junk journaling emphasizes creative self-expression rather than artistic skill, making it accessible and enjoyable for youth of all abilities. It can be particularly helpful for those experiencing grief or trauma by providing a safe, nonverbal way to explore and process difficult emotions. It is also well-suited for neurodivergent youth, including those with ADHD or autism, as it provides an open-ended, hands-on method for organizing thoughts and feelings without rigid rules. 

The tactile process of selecting, cutting, and assembling materials encourages mindfulness and grounding in the present moment. This can help reduce intrusive thoughts and support a greater sense of calm, focus, and connection with oneself.