10 Reasons Why Adult Coloring is Great for Caregivers – Free Printable Pages!
Did you wake up one morning and think, "I want to be a caregiver because that sounds like fun!"?
Yeah, I didn’t think so. Most of us became caregivers because our loved ones needed help—not necessarily because we wanted to. If your situation is different, I’d love to hear about it!
Regardless of the reason, here we are, caring for another human being. We’re all doing the best we can in a role that few of us feel prepared for.
Raising kids is challenging enough, but caregiving for a spouse or parent? That’s a whole different story! Can I get an "Amen!"?
Finding a Relaxing Outlet: Adult Coloring Books
May I suggest a creative outlet that’s affordable, entertaining, and relaxing? Have you tried adult coloring books? They’re fantastic for unwinding and are also a great way to keep someone entertained. Picture those long waits in doctor's offices or endless lines. Wouldn’t it be more enjoyable if you both spent that time coloring?
Why Should I Color?
Great question! Here are my top ten reasons you should be coloring:
1.Focus on Creativity: Coloring redirects your mind from problems to creative expression.
2. Encourage Self-Expression: It allows you to be artistic and expressive.
3. Reduce Stress: Calms the fight-or-flight response by engaging in a safe, calming activity.
4. Boost Concentration: Coloring improves the brain’s ability to focus.
5. Reconnect with Your Inner Child: Awakens nostalgic memories and joy.
6. Enhance Problem-Solving Skills: Coloring intricate designs can improve your thinking abilities.
7. Promote Relaxation: Coloring induces a meditative state, bringing peace and relaxation.
8. Achieve Mindfulness: Focus on the present moment and let go of worries.
9. Replace Negative Thoughts: Focusing on coloring can help expel negativity and foster positivity.
10. Portable and Convenient: It's a highly portable hobby, perfect for waiting rooms or during chemo treatments.
And a Bonus reason...... Because IT'S FUN!!!
Get Your Free Coloring Pages!
I have two adult coloring books, Faith Lives Here and Color Me Calm As a special gift, I'm offering you a FREE printable coloring page from each book.
Print them out and start coloring today! Try using different color palettes on the same design to create two distinct pieces of art.
These pages are for your personal enjoyment only and are not for resale. I hope they bring you joy! If you have trouble printing, please let me know, and I’ll find another way to get them to you. (Apologies in advance—I’m not a tech guru!)
If you want more drawings like these, the two books look like this, and can be ordered below.
Other stress-reducing activities can be found here.
Until next time, be blessed my friends!
Debbie Compton
Certified Caregiving Consultant & Advocate
Debbie Compton
I am an author, speaker, caregiver, and Grammy. The latter is by far the most fun! Having been a primary caregiver 3x, I realized so many lessons were learned too late to benefit my Dad who passed of Parkinson's Disease. I resolved to write a book to make life easier and safer for other caregivers that would get them ideas, inspiration, and lessons learned. It's called "Caregiving: How To Hold On While Letting Go" available on Amazon. I am a Certified Caregiver Consultant and Advocate as well as a Community Educator for the Alzheimer's Assoc. and Founder of The PurpleVine LLC
