The Quiet Side

Exploring the unseen benefits of creative focus.

Breathe : to draw air into and expel it from the lungs 

Breathe. It is something we spend a lot of time on in my classes – and a habit that I am constantly practicing to help bring balance and peace to my day.

In a class, I notice people holding their breath, waiting to exhale their anticipation and it is something I am always gently reminding students to practice.  Breathe with each stroke, breathe to help yourself focus on your tile.

When you are using tangling to relax, and the worries of your day or the weight of the world is falling on your shoulders it is easy to hold your pen in a death grip and hold your breath in waiting to see how the tile, tangle or stroke come out. When you find yourself nervously holding your breath– try this little stretch. Put your hands in the air and interlock your fingers above your head. A few breaths maybe five counts in, five count out.

Nice and slow.

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If you put your hands in the air and interlock your fingers above your head – you breathe easier from your diaphragm in a nice rich inhale, rather than the short shallow stress breathing that you will take from your chest.  It is a much more  nourishing breath for your body and mind.

deliberate – still – appreciate – quiet – focus – trust – deconstruct – beautiful – reflect – relax – discover – create – comfort – shade – breathe – inspire – be bold – embellish – savor – slow – calm – admire

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