Try This Surprising Approach for Easy Meditation, Perfect for Beginners

02/15/24 • 12 min

Calm and Creative Podcast

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Personal Meditation Journey
- Volta discusses her decade-long meditation practice and its initial challenges.
- Acknowledges the struggle with quieting the mind, especially with anxiety.
Evolution of Watercolor Meditation
- Inspiration from painting an Enso Circle, combining breath with brush strokes.
- Highlights the meditative state achieved through creative engagement.
Benefits of Visual Meditation
- Discusses brain science and the impact of creative activities on stress levels.
- Encourages using visual meditation as an alternative to traditional practices.
Workshop Experiences and Outcomes
- Shares experiences from leading workshops for corporate clients and communities.
- Highlights the calming effects of repetitive mark-making and visual focus.

Join my FREE Creative Wellness Retreat: www.colorsnack.com/retreat

Personal Meditation Journey
- Volta discusses her decade-long meditation practice and its initial challenges.
- Acknowledges the struggle with quieting the mind, especially with anxiety.
Evolution of Watercolor Meditation
- Inspiration from painting an Enso Circle, combining breath with brush strokes.
- Highlights the meditative state achieved through creative engagement.
Benefits of Visual Meditation
- Discusses brain science and the impact of creative activities on stress levels.
- Encourages using visual meditation as an alternative to traditional practices.
Workshop Experiences and Outcomes
- Shares experiences from leading workshops for corporate clients and communities.
- Highlights the calming effects of repetitive mark-making and visual focus.

Previous Episode

Creative Wellness: The Surprising Link Between Creativity and Mental Health

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Link Between Creativity and Calm (00:01:57)
- Discussion on how art positively impacts mental and emotional well-being.
- Personal story of discovering watercolor's stress-relieving effects.
The Science of Art and Stress (00:04:47)
- How creative activities release happiness chemicals and reduce stress hormones.
- Studies showing art’s effect on lowering cortisol and enhancing decision-making.
Overcoming Creative Fear (00:09:49)
- Encouragement to engage in art without fear of imperfection.
- The difference between external and internal dopamine sources.
Fostering Creativity Through Art (00:12:34)
- Practical advice for starting with simple, accessible art techniques.
- Engaging in creative self-care to enhance calmness and creativity.

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3 Practical Tips to Overcome Creative Blocks and Unlock Your Creativity

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Overcoming Creative Blocks: Learn about common misconceptions around creative blocks and how to navigate through them to unleash your creativity.
Empowering Creative Practices: Gain insights into small, actionable steps that can significantly impact your creative journey.
Watercolor Meditation Course: An invitation to delve deeper into your creative exploration through Volta's comprehensive course designed to fuse creativity with mindfulness.
Personal Journey and Inspiration: Volta shares her personal story, from business school to embracing art, highlighting the transformative power of creativity in her life.
Practical Tips for Unleashing Creativity:
- Start Small: Embrace the power of taking small steps to build your creative habit.
- Be Consistent: Understand the importance of consistency in nurturing your creative practice.
- Experiment and Play: Learn to view your creative endeavors as experiments, embracing the joy of discovery and learning.