In Judaism, for every time you express thanks, there is a blessing. This is a beautiful idea! In most traditions, there is a practice to pray before you go to sleep. We say “thank you” to express: Gratitude for a day of life and of possibilities. Appreciation for all the good things that occurred during… Continue reading Evening Practice – Hashkivinu
I am not a morning person. If it were up to me, morning would begin at about noon. But at least one-third of the day has passed for most of the world. So I compromise and try to get out of bed by 8:00am. I’m usually groggy and still processing my dreams. On days where… Continue reading Morning Prayer – Modah Ani
The hardest thing about inner peace is remembering to stop and do something to create inner peace. It’s been especially challenging during the COVID19 pandemic. Just writing COVID19 brings up an infinite loop of worry and dread. I suspect most of us are walking around with that litany of worry and dread inside.
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is for “Calling Back Power.” When I began this project, I envisioned creating something tangible and accessible. There are lots of online resources for spiritual practice. But there is… Continue reading 7. Process: Printing the Cards
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is for “Calling Back Power.” A question I hear is “why include a prayer or blessing?” These practices can be done with other people. But they were initially created for… Continue reading 6. Process: Choosing a Prayer or Blessing
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Calling Back Power.” At this point, the artwork is close to complete and I turn my attention to writing out the practice itself. The written practice has… Continue reading 5. Process: Writing out the Practice
After creating a layout (step 3) I begin thinking about how to “fill in” the layout. Specifically, I begin choosing a color palette, patterns and symbols with which to “paint” the image. Choosing a Color Palette When I think about color, I have a few objectives: The colors represent the intention of the spiritual practice.… Continue reading 4. Process: Choosing Visual Elements
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Now that I’ve identified the intention for the practice, in this case, I want to call back my attention and power, and come up… Continue reading 3. Process: Creating the Layout
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Every practice card has two elements: 1. the practice including steps, tips, and blessings and 2. the artwork which supports and enhances the practice.… Continue reading 2. Process: Brainstorming Card Elements
This is an article in a series describing the process I use to create a practice card. The practice I’m using to illustrate this process is one to “Call Back Power.” Where we put our attention is where we put our power. You can have the best intentions and the most lofty priorities but ultimately,… Continue reading 1. Process: What’s the Need?
