Download or read book The Mandala Workbook written by Susanne F. Fincher and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2009-12-01 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From time immemorial, the mandala has been an expression of inner reality—for individuals, groups, and whole cultures. When you draw or paint a mandala of your own, you’re making a portrait of your unconscious at a particular moment in your life, which when carefully regarded, can provide astonishing insights into your own deepest truth. The Mandala Workbook offers a complete guide to mandala work, based on the Great Round—the twelve archetypal stages that represent a complete cycle of personal growth. Each stage offers a new way to connect with yourself and to discover the transformative powers of the mandala. Explore a full range of activities throughout the book and for each stage—including coloring, drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, and more—in this engaging and hands-on guide. You’ll have fun doing it—and you may discover things about yourself that will surprise you.
Download or read book NORMAL Doesn t Live Here Anymore written by Barb Owen and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2013-05-22 with total page 335 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would happen if The Unthinkable blindsided you, requiring everything be put on hold to become a full time caregiver for a loved one? At the very least, it would reshape your life. Without a survival guide, it could even destroy it.Barb Owen delivers precisely that survival guide in NORMAL Doesn "t Live Here Anymore: An Inspiring Story of Hope for Caregivers. She weaves a story, through the first two parts of the book, based on her life-changing experience as primary caregiver for her elderly parents. Following each chapter a bit of wisdom gained from Barb "s experience is summarized as a Reflection. The third part of NORMAL Doesn "t Live Here Anymore addresses the critical need for self-care for the new and seasoned caregiver alike. Specific suggestions abound for Me Time ”how to find it ”what to do with it ”and how very important it is for sustaining oneself throughout the often arduous caregiving-marathon. This truly inspiring book is one part parable, one part autobiography and all survival guide, illuminating a path for the more than 65 million caregiving Americans. SEverything hinges on your ability to care for both yourself and your loved one, says Owen. SThis maxim is of great consequence ”heed it, and you will endure. Dismiss it, and you will have trouble surviving. Take care of yourself, your loved one and keep the faith, because you "re not alone. ----- EXCERPT FROM: NORMAL Doesn "t Live Here Anymore - Chapter 21; The morning after I brought my 90-year-old Dad home from the hospital, Mom called me to say that he was not feeling at all well. My nagging intuition insisted that I visit Dad and spend some private time with him. Finding Dad awake and resting in his bed, I struggled to find my voice. Sitting beside him, I asked, SHow are you feeling this morning? SOh, I "m so-so, he sighed, as a tear rolled from his eye on to the pillow that cradled his head. SReally tired of all of this and worried about your mother. She "s having a hard time with everything. We stayed there in silence ”just being together for a few moments.Holding his hand, the heavy words finally left my mouth. SYou know, Dad, you can trust me to be sure that Mom is okay. I will take care of her, no matter what. He responded quietly, SI know. Studying and caressing my dad "s hand, I knew there was one more important conversation that the voice in my heart insisted upon. SDad, I know that this is getting to be really tough for you. If staying here becomes too hard, it "s okay to let go... During the following few weeks I watched my 89 year old Mom experience a renewed sense of purpose and increased strength as she doted on my dad and met his needs, as best she could. Some days were better than others. Most nights were difficult when Dad "s heart pain was significantly worse and his level of anxiety escalated. Often my mom would pass the hours by reading to Dad. Although her eyesight was clouding, she still managed to read the newspaper, column by column, or inspirational short stories she found in the stack of magazines beside their bed. Amazingly, dawn nearly always brought ease and comfort for them both. And so the nights and days continued ----- REFLECTION; Difficult subjects sometimes need to be discussed. You might be asked by others to deliver bad news ”news of someone "s death, a life-altering diagnosis, or even the necessity for a change in residence. Each conversation carries the potential for unleashed emotions. My advice? No matter how difficult or emotional, don "t leave words left unsaid. People, if capable of understanding, deserve information. Often, they are much stronger than we realize.Words are powerful. They carry courage, condemnation, reassurance or permission. Choose them wisely as your words may be the ones that bring freedom from pain or suffering. It "s tough, but I know you can do it and if you listen to that voice inside, you will know exactly the right time and the right words.Be Strong!
Download or read book Native American Mandala Coloring Book written by Lover Dreamcatcher and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-10 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 20 stress-relieving, beautiful, and original native American designs. Here you have inspiring mandalas in different shapes, and patterns such as dreamcatchers, Flowers, Wolves, Feathers, chief hat, people, owl. Color all your anxiety, stress, and nightmares away!it is Known from the Native American culture that dreamcatchers are believed to have the power to block all bad dreams, nightmares, and negative energy, so only sweet dreams and good things can pass through and enter your life. Beautiful art that will keep you enjoyed and inspired for hours! This coloring book features: >20 coloring designs / 40 pages>Large 7.5" x 9.25 inches>Printed on white paper>Single sided pages
Download or read book Easy String Mandalas written by Laetitia Cucurni and published by Design Originals. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A playful guide to wrapping an array of decorative mandalas, Easy String Mandalas is perfect for anyone seeking fun, easy, and creative crafts. Made with easy-to-find and affordable materials, this beginner-friendly guide features 54 mandala projects of varying sizes, shapes, colors, and designs. Complete with step-by-step instructions and coordinating illustrations for every project, also included are helpful tips for creating your own original weaving looms.
Download or read book Easy String Mandalas written by Laetitia Cucurni and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A playful guide to wrapping an array of decorative mandalas, Easy String Mandalas is perfect for anyone seeking fun, easy, and creative crafts. Made with easy-to-find and affordable materials, this beginner-friendly guide features 53 mandala projects of varying sizes, shapes, colors, and designs. Complete with step-by-step instructions and coordinating illustrations for every project, also included are helpful tips for creating your own original weaving looms.
Download or read book Zen Mandalas written by Suzanne McNeill and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2014-06-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the ancient teachings of the mandala through the process of Zentangle. Mandalas connect the spirit, offering symbols found in nature while helping to discover the inner self and acquire a sense of wonder. Create beautiful drawings that reflect your vision, and discover the infinite possibilities that spring from peace and creativity.
Download or read book Creating Mandalas written by Deborah Pacé and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-11-05 with total page 277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MASTER THE ART OF MAKING MANDALAS! The art of making mandalas and zendalas is less about drawing and more about slowing down and opening up to your inner creative flow. You do not have to be an artist. There is no need to know how to draw. All you need are some simple everyday tools and a little effort. Can you create a circle using a compass and pencil? Can you draw a line? Can you repeat patterns? Then YOU can create your own mandalas and zendalas! • Get inspired with more than 40 project ideas, step-by-step demonstrations, templates and gallery pieces. • Whether you prefer to plan or would rather go with the flow, practice pages throughout the book make it easy to get started. • Find tips for adding Zentangle patterns, coloring, drawing on colored paper, with stencils, and creating gold-leafed, Spirograph-inspired and snowflake mandalas. Discover your style, whether it be structured, freeform, bold and dramatic, or whimsical, and learn to design, draw and color your own original works of mandala and zendala art. Simply breathe, reach for your pencil and begin.
Download or read book Finding Meaning with Mandalas A Therapist s Guide to Creating Mandalas with Children written by Tracy Turner-Bumberry LPC, RPT-S and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-06-07 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will give therapists valuable insight into the history and meaning of mandalas, as well as common shapes, colours and themes surrounding these designs. Fifty mandala interventions are included for clients to complete, as well as guidelines on when to use this intervention and how to introduce, create and process each mandala session. Mandala creations are fun, meaningful and beautiful works of art for clients of all ages.--back cover.
Download or read book Crochet Mandalas written by Marinke Slump and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2015-12-14 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Beautiful book with easy-to-follow instructions. This would make a great gift for your favorite family crochet guru!" — Old Musty Books "Beautiful crochet mandalas from a talented young woman. Easy to follow patterns with accompanying photographs. Highly recommend." — Caroline Library These 20 original patterns offer crocheters a variety of projects, each centered on a mandala motif. Combining beauty with practicality, the items include homewares such as a table cover, coasters, rug, and cushion, along with a vest, shrug, and other wearable art. All are worked in lovely colors inspired by nature, from the Flower in the Sun Pincushion and Summer Solstice Sunrise Blanket to the Leaves and Berries Bag and the Singing Daisies Garland. Each pattern is charted and accompanied by gorgeous color photographs of the finished product. Instructions include lists of supplies and abbreviations, plus explanations of special stitches and gauge. Skill levels range from simple to advanced, providing an exciting array of possibilities for novices as well as experienced crocheters.
Download or read book Drawing Mandalas written by Hannah Geddes and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2022-06-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you've ever wondered how to draw mandalas, then this fully illustrated guide is just what you need. Mandalas have appeared in decorative artworks and in spiritual works for thousands of years, but they often seem complex and difficult to draw oneself. Over the course of eight chapters, artist and teacher Hannah Geddes explains the origins of mandalas and then leads readers through the process of creating mandalas, including • A guide to the materials and tools are needed • Step-by-step instructions on how to draw the various components - from centers and middles to outer segments and borders • How to make templates and create intricate patterns including a compass rose mandala, a half-moon mandala and an intriguing sinkhole mandala • The incorporation of sacred geometry and patterns, and • How to introduce color into the patterns There are beautiful projects to follow to practice your skills and lots of handy tips to help readers become expert mandala designers.
Download or read book Mandala Symbolism and Techniques written by Susan I. Buchalter and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book outlines practical exercises for using mandala creation with a variety of client groups, to elicit discussion about issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships and goals. Mandala design is presented in a variety of ways, allowing the therapist the flexibility to gear sessions towards clients' specific needs and capabilities.
Download or read book The Crystal Whisperer Mastering The Language Of Crystals For Abundance And Joy written by www.crystalcollector.store and published by www.crystalcollector.store. This book was released on with total page 95 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Crystal Whisperer is a comprehensive guide that explores the power of crystals and how they can enhance abundance and joy in our lives. This book delves into the science behind crystal energy, explaining the different types of crystals and their properties. It also explores how crystals interact with energy fields and offers techniques for connecting with your crystals, including choosing the right ones for you and creating a personal connection. The book covers various ways to harness the energy of crystals, such as through meditation, crystal grids, and using crystals for healing and balancing energy. It then focuses on specific areas of life, including abundance and prosperity, emotional wellness, enhancing relationships, spiritual growth, and beauty and wellbeing, showcasing how crystals can play a transformative role in each. The book also explores crystal magick and rituals, crystal communication and divination, crystal gardening and earth healing, crystal crafts and DIY projects, and the wisdom and traditions surrounding crystals. Lastly, it offers practical tips for integrating crystals into daily life, from carrying them with you to using them to enhance your daily experiences. The Crystal Whisperer is a must-read for anyone seeking to unlock the power of crystals for abundance and joy.
Download or read book Therapeutic Activities for Children and Teens Coping with Health Issues written by Robyn Hart and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-05-03 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year 2011 (Category: Maternal And Child Health) Building on children's natural inclinations to pretend and reenact, play therapy is widely used in the treatment of psychological problems in childhood. This book is the only one of its kind with more than 200 therapeutic activities specifically designed for working with children and teenagers within the healthcare system. It provides evidence-based, age-appropriate activities for interventions that promote coping. The activities target topics such as separation anxiety, self-esteem issues, body image, death, isolation, and pain. Mental health practitioners will appreciate its "cookbook" format, with quickly read and implemented activities.
Download or read book Tell No Lie We Watched Her Die written by Richard Sanders and published by Richard Sanders. This book was released on 2010-03-27 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sex tape of a famous actress suddenly turns up on the internet, showing her on the last night of her life. The full version is being offered for sale, and the reason for its high price goes way beyond celeb voyeurism. The video also contains a clue to who killed her. That's why everyone is--literally--dying to see it.
Download or read book Meditation Demystified written by Dancing Bear Ph.D. and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2019-10-31 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meditation Demystified is intended to help one either begin to meditate or for experienced mediators to discover other ways to enhance their meditation practice. It is also a workbook with exercises to facilitate learning to meditate. Originally designed as a workbook for use in classes, the exercises and sample meditations are included to assist the reader in mastering the various practices.
Download or read book The Fluid Nature of Being written by Linda Hartley and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2022-06-21 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Fluid Nature of Being is a collection of writings by practitioners of Integrative Bodywork & Movement Therapy (IBMT), an approach to somatic movement education and therapy. The cultivation of consciously embodied movement is at the heart of somatic movement practice. Through embodiment practices, soma - the subjectively experienced sense of embodied self - becomes a vital, living reality and a foundation through which healthy relationship to others, to Nature, and to life as a whole can be nourished. The book describes the practice, thinking, research and creative work of twenty-one IBMT practitioners. Each has also trained in other disciplines and their writing weaves together their broader learning, passion and professional practice within the IBMT approach to somatic work. In this volume we offer a collection of expressions with a rich diversity of themes and styles, bringing these voices from the next generation of somatic movement practitioners, writers and leaders to a wider audience. The book covers topics such as IBMT in therapy, education, early years learning, dance and theatre; the integration with psychotherapy, psychoanalytic thinking, and somatic trauma therapy; and the connection between individual healing and the healing of the Earth and Nature during this time of planetary crisis. There are many aspects of IBMT practice described in this book that are shared with somatic practices in general, though there are also aspects which are specific to this approach. IBMT uniquely integrates in-depth studies in Somatic Psychology and the Discipline of Authentic Movement into a foundation of Body-Mind Centering® training. At the core of the practice is the quest to deepen connection with self, and from there, connection with others and the world around us.