The Quiet Side

Exploring the unseen benefits of creative focus.

Inspire:  to influence, move, or guide by divine

I am always inspired when I share Zentangle.  Sitting with a friend and showing them the steps, or standing in front of a conference room and teaching a group of co-workers, reaching a teen going through so much change – all these fill me with joy.

I love seeing people connect with their creative self, rediscovering some dusty skills, or embracing the ease at which the structure of the Zentangle Method can release such creativity. I also love when students learn, and come to the next class with a story of how they shared what they learned with someone they love.

Grandparents sharing it with their grandchildren and teens sharing it with their relatives over the holidays. Friends from a lesson in art class spreading the tangles throughout the school.

Even when I am not teaching, and am just taking some time to tangle with a friend, what I see in their work inspires me to try something new in mine.

Try This

Your exercise today is to make a date to be inspired by creating something with a friend.

Tangle and tea with a friend.  Share what you know with someone who hasn’t tangled before. Give each other a tangling challenge. Or if you prefer to use tangling as a personal focus and meditation – try painting or coloring.  Sharing a new box of crayons or pencils with your kids can be a great conversation starter as everyone relaxes into their work.

Haven’t tried tangling? Gather a group for a class, contact me or find a CZT in your area here.

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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