A THRIVE Event

Another way to Engage with THRIVE is with Tote Bag Decorating. With acrylic paints, pens, and even needle and thread, we've got what you need to decorate a custom canvas tote bag.

All materials will be provided and perfection is not expected! This low-pressure arts and crafts session can be great way to engage your artistic side or even get to know some new people.

You'll be supported, but this session is not instructor led, follow your heart on how you approach your own work.

All THRIVE events and activities are set up to align with the PERMA model of positive psychology and are designed to meet at least TWO of the model's five core elements of wellbeing: Positive Emotions; Engagement; Relationships; Meaning; and Accomplishment.

Here's how this activity meets the model:

POSITIVE EMOTIONS

Creative activities can bring positive feelings of joy, connection and playfulness. Finding the time and space to bring about these emotions are great in the moment, and doing this regularly is even better - making a habit of a creative hobby or task can be incredibly satisfying, giving you an escape from the demands of the day.

ENGAGEMENT

Focusing on a task, especially a creative one like this, which needs both the attention of your mind and your hands, allows you to be absorbed in just one moment and one task. Our lives are busy and are to-do lists can be long. Let yourself find your flow and maybe even build your art skills.

RELATIONSHIPS

Whether you choose to chat or not, being in a shared space and focusing on the same task can create a feeling of community. Embracing community can help combat loneliness, bring people closer together, and create a feeling of safety.

ACCOMPLISHMENT

Walking away with a tote bag that you designed? We want you to feel proud, whether it turns out how you envisioned or not. Just be proud of the time, effort and imagination that you put in. It's not every day that you get to do something like this. Well done on giving yourself the time and space to engage in a creative activity.

The Details

Where? Senate House, Study @ Bloom

When? Tuesday 4th November, from 4:30pm until 6pm

How? Space and materials are limited, so sign up below.

Let us know if you've come along by tagging @wellatuol on Instagram and including #ThriveTribe💚

THRIVE events may include photography and filming. If you do not want to be photographed, please let a member of staff know.