The Therapeutic Art of Origami: Benefits for Mental Health
Help me give my students access to the mental health benefits of Origami.
$249 goal
This project expired on April 17, 2024.
This project expired on April 17, 2024.
My Project
Origami offers significant mental health benefits that teens are desperately in need of.
One of the most notable qualities of origami is its ability to improve concentration and mindfulness.
During the folding process, total focus is required on every fold and crease, which helps ward off intrusive thoughts and cope with stressful situations. Mindfulness is a therapeutic technique that has been associated with a decrease in anxiety and depression, and origami can be an effective way to achieve this attention.
Folding paper neatly and methodically can have a calming effect. This repetitive process induces a feeling of relaxation, lowers blood pressure, and releases endorphins, which can reduce stress and anxiety. It is like an active meditation exercise in which the mind is freed from worries and tensions.
The Japanese art of origami is not only an exercise in patience, but also creativity. As practitioners gain experience, they often begin to create their own designs and variants. This creative process can be especially valuable for those seeking to express their emotions and thoughts in a non-verbal way. Origami is an artistic medium that provides a creative outlet and can help release repressed emotions.
Origami involves following complex patterns and solving geometric problems to create shapes. This focus on problem solving can transfer to everyday life, helping people address challenges more efficiently and effectively. These origami kits and paper will help my students develop their problem-solving skills and this can increase their confidence and control over life.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
35 students impacted
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Yasutomo Student Origami Paper - 6" x 6" Sheets, Class Pack Assortment, Package of 500
• Blick Art Materials
$16.54
2
$33.08
The Art & Science of Geometric Origami: Create Spectacular Paper Polyhedra, Waves, Spirals, Fractals and More! (More than 60 Models!)
• Amazon Business
$18.79
1
$18.79
Yasutomo 1,000 Cranes Origami Paper Kit
• Blick Art Materials
$18.44
1
$18.44
The Ultimate Origami Book
• Blick Art Materials
$14.43
1
$14.43
Origami: Japanese Paper Folding Made Easy: The Perfect Book for Beginners! (50 Classic Projects)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Origami Made Simple: 40 Easy Models with Step-by-Step Instructions
• Amazon Business
$10.60
1
$10.60
Djeco Origami Kit - Sweet Treats
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Dinosaurs
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Planes
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Fortune Tellers
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Shivers
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Pretty Faces
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Polar Animals
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Tropics
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Animals
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Djeco Origami Kit - Sea Creatures
• Blick Art Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$178.23
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.67
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$210.90
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$37.22
Total project goal
$248.12
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