Specialist of the Psychological Support Service, K.A. Sagyndykova, conducted art therapy titled "Without a Mask" for students of the Food Engineering Research School and the Physics-Chemistry Research School.

🎨 Results of the training: what students were able to gain:

1. Opportunity to express inner feelings

   • Students learned to openly express their emotions without hiding behind a mask.

   • Many were able to freely share their inner worries, fears, or dreams for the first time.

2. Self-acceptance and self-understanding

   • Through creative tasks, students took their first steps towards self-awareness and self-acceptance.

   • The ability to value their individuality developed.

3. Emotional release and stress reduction

   • Through art, internal tension and stress were reduced.

   • This provided psychological relief to the students.

4. Group support and an atmosphere of trust

   • An atmosphere of trust was established within the group, and students learned to support and listen to each other.

   • Collaborative art projects strengthened the sense of community.

5. Increased creative freedom and initiative

   • Students learned to express their thoughts through painting, collages, drawings, or installations.

   • This developed their creative thinking and ability to voice their opinions.

6. Communication and reflection skills

   • By reflecting on their work, students learned to critically assess themselves and others.

   • Openness in communication was fostered.