Staying hydrated is one of the most important habits every yarn angel must cultivate. Creativity still entails a healthy lifestyle, even though crocheting does not require much physical activity. 

And, we get that—sometimes being in the zone makes you forget to reach for a glass of water. The solution? Water tracker! 

But first, why stay hydrated, really? Let’s take a look at the reasons why drinking enough water is essential for a creative crocheter like you. 

Cognitive Function Booster

Our brain is always in need of water to be always hydrated. Why not? It is made up of about 75% to 80% water. Having enough water intake helps improve cognitive skills like concentration, memory, and clarity. All these are vital for problem-solving and creative thinking. The next time you find yourself a little confused about your patterns, maybe it’s time to take a pause and have some H2O sip. 

On the flip side, dehydration can cause sluggishness. If you’ve been procrastinating and unmotivated to continue your crochet project, you might just be lacking enough water intake to take on the day. 

Stress Reliever and Mood Enhancer

Water has little to no side effects—it only provides goodness for your body and mind. In fact, the absence of calories in its properties will help you keep your calorie intakes in check. It helps energy production by transporting nutrients, and it also aids waste removal, keeping the toxic chemicals at bay. This is what your creative energy craves.

The win? Being hydrated helps not only flush out toxins; it also helps enhance your mood. Being dehydrated, on the other hand, can contribute to a cortisol spike, increasing stress levels. This also leads to having anxiety and high temperance. The next time you feel a little anxious figuring out a complex crochet knot, maybe take some time to drink your water. Crocheting should be fun, but whenever you feel like it’s becoming a chore—perhaps, you just need to be rehydrated to calibrate your mood and reset your motivation.

Movement Support

Staying hydrated helps not only your brain but also your physical movement. Crocheting requires good hand dexterity. It’s the most crucial skill of every yarn crafter. Make sure you’re properly hydrated—so your cells, nerves, and muscles can function well. Your coordination and chemistry with your yarn and hook depends on it. 

Now for the Water Tracker

At times you need to be reminded, that’s why having a water tracker can be a huge help. It serves as a visual cue to prompt when you need to take your next sip. This is especially true when you’re starting to be serious about staying hydrated. Your tracker will help you build that habit until it becomes your natural instinct. It also sets your progress that will motivate you to stay hydrated and kind with yourself, all while being productive and creative at the same time. 

There you have it! 

I hope you’ll stay hydrated. We want our yarn angels to always be at their best. 

Meanwhile, you can download our water tracker here: 

Happy crocheting!

Rena

Sources: 

• https://indieauthormagazine.com/connecting-the-drops-proper-hydration-and-your-imagination/#:~:text=Chelle%20Honiker%20June%201%2C%202021,higher%20end%20of%20this%20range.
• https://medium.com/design-bootcamp/trackr-water-intake-tracker-1af0ceb836ef
• https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/index.html