Creative Process

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 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

Creative Process

5. Process: Writing out the Practice

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

Creative Process

4. Process: Choosing Visual Elements

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

Embodiment

Embodiment & Grounding Practice

Create a pocket of serenity when you feel stress and overwhelm. DO THIS WHEN You’re overwhelmed emotionally, your thoughts are racing, or you’re in physical pain. INTENTION Reconnect to your environment and body thus calming and resetting your nervous system. Find a comfortable place where you won’t be disturbed for 5-10 minutes. Do a baseline.… Continue reading Embodiment & Grounding Practice