In her essay “The Sanctuary of School,” Lynda Barry details how school was a saf

In her essay “The Sanctuary of School,” Lynda Barry details how school was a safe place during her childhood. Coming from a broken home, Barry explains that school was a place where she was noticed. And with the guidance from her elementary teacher, Barry discovered the “natural healing power of painting and drawing for troubled children” (188). For Barry, painting is therapeutic.
When times are stressing you, what do you do to ease your troubles? For this discussion write about some activities that help you when your day feels too overwhelming. Some enjoy walking, others may like to cook, while others like to listen to music, or even—like Barry—paint. Write about what triggers your stresses and insecurities, and then write about an activity that alleviates your stress. Try to be specific about why this activity clears your mind.

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