What happens when you give yourself space to pause, breathe, and create without pressure? In this reflective blog, Cynthia Hauk shares how a fully funded artist residency in New Mexico became a turning point for her creative practice. Discover how mindful art, meditation, and mixed media play can refill your inner well—and explore free videos, self-paced courses, and teacher training to help you reconnect with your creativity at home.
Creative Self-Care Through Mindful Art: How Moments, Memories, and Journaling Help Us Heal
Can art help us heal? In this heartfelt blog, Cynthia Hauk shares how loss, memory, and mindfulness led her back to the healing power of creative self-care. Discover simple journaling prompts, a touching story from her time as a photographer, and gentle ways to reconnect with yourself through mindful art, BreathDoodles™, and expressive journaling—even if you only have five minutes a day.
Strong Inner Critic? Be More Creative with Mindful Art
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How Watercolors Can Help You Relax (+ Mandala Drawing Ideas)
How Therapeutic Art Heals | Become a Mindful Art Teacher
How to Start a Mindful Art Journal: 3 Simple Daily Steps
Feeling Stuck? 2 Mindful Ways to Embrace Therapeutic Art and Say Yes to Yourself
2 Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Teaching Mindful Art (And How to Get the Support You Need)
Discover two common mistakes new mindful art teachers make and how to avoid them with clarity and confidence. This post explores why authenticity, trauma-informed facilitation, and proper training are essential when guiding others through healing creative practices. Learn how to teach with purpose, presence, and support.