The Quiet Side
Exploring the unseen benefits of creative focus.
Savor : to have experience of
During the holidays we want to savor the season, or savor an expensive dinner out. To really have the experience of something is to give it your full attention, all of your senses. How does it feel, taste, look, smell? What are the sounds rounding out your senses?
As we enter into the holiday season, calendars and budgets are squeezed. Without savoring our time in traditions they can feel like a chore. Take a moment today, while the season is in full swing and think about the events ahead that you want to cherish and enjoy.
Regular practice of Zentangle can help your body remember to slow down and take a moment to savor. We are regularly reminded to focus on a particular stroke while practicing Zentangle. Like rushing through a meal leaves you unsatisfied – so does rushing through a tangle to try to get to the finished product.
Because the Zentangle Method results in a non-representational art work – you can follow the steps of the process even if you only draw straight lines, regularly revisiting the practice can be a reminder to take a little time to pay attention, focus and savor your moments.
As we enter into cozy months think about renewing your committment to spending some time each day allowing your creative energy to flow.
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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