A holistic way to promoting health by the means of emotional intelligence and an art therapeutic approach

Abstract

Background: Nowadays, it is of great importance to explore new approaches for promoting health and well-being. Regarding this issue, the role of emotional intelligence is being often associated with physical and mental health. Thus, it appears to be an appropriate source in pursuing a healthier lifestyle.Aim of the study: It is a significant task to attempt new methods for improving the person’s overall quality of life. This goal can be achieved by exploring the state of emotional awareness through an art therapeutic approach. Material and methods: For the purpose of the study, a set of art therapy practices is observed. A representative group of students is recruited in order to examine the effect of the practices on their emotional state during the survey. Results: Observing the overall experimental data from the respondents’ practices, a positive influence can be reported as a result of the art therapy techniques applied. On the ground of the feedback received from the participants in the experiment we can assume that the proposed techniques are suitable for stimulating the emotional intelligence.Conclusions: The ability to express and regulate one’s emotional perceptions has shown to impact the mental and physical health, positive well-being, motivation and social relationships of the respondents. It is important to proceed with the attempts to initiate new methods for promoting health and well-being.