by gramm_t8518 | May 16, 2016 | Art Therapy, Arts, Counselling, Creativity, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness, Self-Expression
As a newbie artist, I am still working on developing techniques and trying new things in my quest to learn more about mixed media art. If you’ve been reading this blog, you’ll know that I’ve been reading about mindfulness and meditation, in terms of the benefits for...
by gramm_t8518 | Apr 22, 2016 | Arts, Counselling, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness
So I learned this technique along with breathing into parts of my body a few years ago, and have been practicing it with regularity. It doesn’t take long – maybe half an hour-and the best part! – You do it lying down so it is very relaxing and calming. It’s a...
by gramm_t8518 | Apr 9, 2016 | Counselling, Happiness, Love and Light, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Self Esteem
Mindfulness is the practice of watching our thoughts and paying attention to what comes up. With a busy life, it can be difficult to make the time to sit down and clear my mind. But I have found it to be a valuable stress reduction technique. From my personal...
by gramm_t8518 | Mar 30, 2015 | Art Therapy, Arts, Counselling, Creativity, Expressive Arts Therapy, Mindfulness, Self-Expression
I recently returned from a trip to Cuba, only to come home to a family emergency and the resulting confusion. I sat for a few days in this stew of regrets and disappointments, experiencing pangs of negativity, thinking of all the worst case scenarios and allowing my...
by gramm_t8518 | Feb 16, 2015 | Mindfulness
Times where I have experienced self criticism or reproach, I find myself caught up in my repetitive thoughts and concerns. Relaxation techniques do not always provide complete relief, or the ability to soothe my soul and bring about lasting peace. Relaxation in the...
