Shifting focus, September will bring attention to: CREATING

cre·ate  /krēˈāt/

verb

1. to bring (something) into existence

Creating isn't just about making art, but it is about tapping into your innate creativity and letting it shine. We are all creative, YES....it's t...

Being an active participant in your therapy is one of the best ways to ensure desired outcomes. You may go into the experience thinking..."This therapist is going to fix ALL my problems!" And while we are certainly helpful (I HOPE!), that's not exactly the attitude to...

This month, we will focus on PARTICIPATING!

par·tic·i·pate /pärˈtisəˌpāt/

verb

1. take part.

Participating can often be easier said then done, but it is a healthy and positive way to feel present and grounded in safe experiences. Often, if you have ever found yourself feel...

Today, I would like to cover art making for joy! Art making for no other purpose, other than to have fun. Creative Playtime!

Stop and think for a moment, when was the last time you made art for arts sake? Made art, just for the sole purpose of having a good time? 

With t...

This month's focus is on PLAYING!!

What better way to celebrate summer and the joy that comes with it!??!

play /plā/

verb

1. engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose

Playing is one of the most beautiful ways to access joy an...

This month's focus will be about SENSING. The previous months will help guide you through tapping into your internal awareness, to increase your sense of self and awareness. 

sense /sens/

verb

1. perceive by a sense or senses

2. to be aware of

Tapping into our senses allows...

Sometimes, it can be so hard to name our emotions. You may know what you are feeling, but have no idea what to call it. You may sense that there is something happening in your body, but not know how to identify it. 

Words help us to communicate our experiences to others...

After a month of CONNECTING, we will now shift into a month of FEELING.

feel·ing /ˈfēliNG/

noun

1. an emotional state or reaction.

Now, I can imagine the audible moans and groans at the idea of spending a month (and hopefully the rest of your life, thereafter) feeling. Man...

Spring is finally upon us, which here in my part of the world means everything is emerging, growing, and expanding. It is one of my favorite times of the year, and I get so much joy from walking through my garden to see what is newly emerging. 

It's also a time of maint...

For the month of April, we will continue to build on the skills learned in the previous month, and apply them to CONNECTING. 

con·nect-ing   /kəˈnekt/

verb

1. bring together or into contact so that a real or notional link is established

Connecting is the act of jo...