Art became my son's secret superpower
Led Bradshaw joins Blanka Falk to explore the intersection of art, emotional expression, and family connection. Led is an award-winning comic book illustrator, autism advocate, and graphic artist. He is the creator of Jetpulse Studios, an online comic book store in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY. Since 2018, Jetpulse Studios has published the Emmy award-winning comic book series "The Adventures of Jake Jetpulse." The episode begins with Led recounting Jake's initial drawing sessions, revealing significant emotional breakthroughs. They discuss how comic book art serves as a therapeutic tool. Led advises parents on integrating art into family life to foster stronger bonds and highlights how art aids in understanding and expressing emotions, ultimately boosting children's emotional intelligence. Jake Jetpulse Website: www.jakejetpulse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jetpulse_comics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JakeJetpulseStudios# Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jetpulsestudios8922
Key Points
- Encourage children to draw their nightmares to reclaim power over their fears and improve their sleep.
- Utilizing art, such as drawing and colors, can significantly help children, including those with autism, express and understand their emotions.
- Creating superhero personas and stories together can strengthen the parent-child bond and boost a child's self-esteem and creativity.
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