Meditation does not have to be a static activity. We don’t necessarily have to remain silent and still to meditate. In simple terms, meditation is the art of existing entirely and appreciating fully the present moment. Filling your mind with no more than one endeavor, whatever is in front of you with alert participation.
Others have likened crafting to entering a state of "flow." It is a state in which people are so involved in an activity that nothing else seems to matter.”
Neuroscientists are beginning to understand how mindfulness, meditation and experiencing "flow" impact the brain. Research shows these practices improve depression, anxiety, coping style in the face of adversity, improve quality of life, and significantly reduce stress. All vital for maintaining brain health and well-being.
Albert Einstein was reputed to have knitted between projects to "calm his mind and clear his thinking."