At a cursory glance, many people assume Zentangle is like doodling.  In that both use a pen and paper this is true, however to participate in the practice of Zentangle is completely different from a doodle on a note pad, telephone book or sneaker.  It is like a morning stretch compared with practicing yoga.

For people out of practice in creating art in their daily lives, taking pen to paper can be daunting, especially if you believe you need to made something representational or every stroke should be pre-planned.  There can be pressure and fear in getting it right.

With the Zentangle method, strokes are not meant to be representational, each line and curve only represents a moment in time, and comes together to create a beautiful pattern. Each mark is made with deliberate intention. By focusing on each stroke, you are freeing your thoughts to relax and unwind and not worry about the end result. And the end result will surprise you, it will be beautiful.