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This study explores the impact of art therapy on art teachers using self-narrative and textual data analysis. An emotionally and physically exhausted art teacher, who was on the verge of resigning, began learning art therapy in 2017 and applied it to her teaching practice. After several years of learning and practice, she not only retained her position but also developed captivating courses. The study aims to investigate the effects of learning art therapy on the physical and mental well-being and teaching enthusiasm of art teachers.
The results indicate that learning art therapy positively influences the spiritual growth of art teachers. The creative activities in art therapy serve as an outlet for emotions, promoting a more relaxed and balanced state of mind for teachers. Psychological learning in art therapy encourages art teachers to prioritize self-care, fostering self-identity and personal growth while improving the classroom atmosphere and teacher-student relationships. The creative activities in art therapy also assist teachers in reflecting on their life goals and purpose, reigniting their passion for education and rediscovering the meaning and value of art education.
Furthermore, learning art therapy revitalizes art education. Art therapy emphasizes letting go of traditional technical frameworks and focusing on the experiential process of creation. This allows students to release stress, transform emotions, and gain self-understanding, achieving a preventive effect on mental health. The creative activities in art therapy involve personally relevant themes, diverse art materials and forms of expression, a safe and permissive creative atmosphere, and empathetic support, enhancing students' willingness to participate in art courses.
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