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Quitter's Day Highlights Need for Arts in Wellness

1/10/2026

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  • The second Friday in January, known as Quitter’s Day, marks a peak in dropping New Year’s resolutions.
  • Experts say incorporating creativity into daily life improves well-being, with arts engagement linked to lower depression and mortality risk.
  • Funding for the arts in the UK has declined.
  • Engaging with art fosters community and well-being, echoing Charles Darwin’s belief in regularly enjoying poetry and music.