The Mind Remedy

This insightful book consists of twenty different projects. Each includes the object's story from birth and its psychology. It also includes how to make it - DIY.

'It is divided into four beautiful sections,
1. Finding Connection
2. Inner Peace
3. Self Discovery
4. Finding Your Roots

Each Section has five amazing objects making it a total of twenty. A few including,
a. Talking Stick
b. Worry Beads
c. Tree of Me
d. Dream Catcher

Rating - 4/5
Recommendation - Moderately High

Conclusion,
This is a short but powerful read. Crisp writing that helps readers understand the essence of this book. Every object mentioned is explained well with ease. Loved every DIY activity for all the objects. Overall a good read.

Trigger Warnings – Nil

The author of this title observes that objects can be symbols which are imbued with great meaning and healing potential. It is noted that this has been true over many centuries. The author also finds that objects that one makes can inspire even greater connections. In light of this,  she offers twenty different projects that bring together all that the author is trying to convey. 

This book consists of four sections:  Finding Connection, Inner Peace, Self-Discovery, and Finding Your Roots. For example, an object to make in the first section is a teacup which will help to bring togetherness by having tea with a significant person. It is pointed out that over tea we are given space to talk and to care for someone.  There is then a project for making teacups with design and ideas for discussion.  For the Inner Peace section, one might make a worry doll or worry beads or a fidget toy. The book continues in this way for each of the subject areas.  Some of the projects look like they take more skill, while some, such as making a gratitude jar feel a bit easier.  All seem to inspire.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review. I like the concept of this book.  If you are a crafter looking for some thoughtful projects (and thoughts), I recommend this title.

An interesting book on objects that can nourish our mind, soothe our mind, help us be more creative, and even enhance our way of thinking. She describes the object, for instance a dream catcher, the history behind it, the reasons for it and how it can help, and gives you directions on how to make it. Each chapter offers a theme, i.e the first section being objects on self-connection, then one for inner peace, one for self-discovery. A book to savor and use for creative objects to nourish your mind.

A lovely hands on book to nourish the mind and soul by crafting a variety of tools to aid in focussing on specific areas such as inner peace and calm. Some of the projects are really simple and can be done by anyone whereas others are a little more challenging. There are some great ideas and the projects are perfect during this time of social distancing to help calm the mind and soothe the soul. The only thing I would have improved was the illustrations and look of the book. Overall a great idea and a lovely creative and absorbing book.

The author makes a strong case for objects having an impact on our creative and emotional lives. She included information on the history and uses of the Dream Catcher, which was very interesting.