Growing in popularity in the US for its relaxing and calming effects, kava has many benefits beyond stress relief. We all have creative energy and desires, but our stressful lives often block our creativity.
Even when we have some free time in our schedules, we’re often still stressed about our responsibilities and to-do lists. Allowing creativity is a must for a balanced and happy life. Find out how kava can help you unlock your creativity by calming your mind.
What is kava?
Kava is the ground root of the kava plant, which the native peoples of the South Pacific have used for generations during ceremonies, rituals, celebrations, and social events. It comes from the root of the pepper plant, giving it a unique tingly feeling and earthy taste.
By brewing kava into a tea, either at home or at a kava bar, one can experience relaxation, happiness, and increased focus.
Kava contains kavalactones. These kavalactones interact with the kavalactone receptors in our brains, creating these positive feelings without the clumsy impairments that alcohol causes.
Creativity is a vital part of life
We are all creative beings, whether or not we believe we possess these talents. We rely on creativity for ideas, innovation, and unlocking the true potential of our minds.
For work and productive purposes, creativity allows new and innovative ways of thinking and faster problem-solving. For our well-being and mindset, allowing our creative energy to flourish increases our happiness, and we can once again feel the expanse of possibilities in life.
Overwhelm blocks creativity
To let our creativity shine in our work or play, we need to calm our feelings of overwhelm and racing thoughts while under stress. When things are busy and deadlines tighten, we are prone to overthinking and stress. We fill our minds with spirals of worst-case scenarios and completely block any creative thinking.
How kava can help creativity
Creativity is almost impossible when feeling overwhelmed by stress, either at work or in your personal life. By inducing relaxation and calming your mind, kava creates a mindset ripe for creativity.
By not overthinking the same problems, we create space for new ideas and even play. Kava allows us to engage our love of play, of creating just for our own peace and enjoyment. The modern world does not always make it easy to let our true creative selves into the world.
Where can I get kava?
You can purchase kava in its raw form to brew at home traditionally or visit a kava bar, where the work is already done. This way, you can enjoy the experience and effects of kava without any chores.
At Kavahana, the first kava-only bar in Los Angeles, we offer delicious kava flavors and a traditional tasting option for experienced kava drinkers. We love bringing this relaxing and creativity-enhancing experience to overwhelmed people across Southern California.
However you help your mind to unlock your creativity, it must flow for a happy and successful life. Creative thinking is a beautiful gift of being human and drinking kava is just one of many ways to allow it to blossom. To become the best version of ourselves, we must let our creativity shine.
* Please note that the majority of kava research pertains to kava extracts, which often undergo significant processing and may contain additional ingredients and fillers that can influence their efficacy. It is crucial to consider this distinction when reading about kava studies. To draw an analogy, enjoying natural kava as a beverage can be likened to experiencing a freshly brewed cappuccino, whereas kava extracts are akin in functionality to a caffeine pill. Both forms have their unique benefits and can cater to different preferences and needs. While it’s helpful to understand research on kava extracts, please view it critically and remember that natural kava offers a uniquely holistic experience.
