Gravitate toward environments which inspire you! (and draw some zentangles!)

By Jan Gutowski, Creativity Coach
February 1, 2021

It can become challenging to maintain a high-vibe creative flow when we allow ourselves to get sucked into the vortex of negative energy. No environment is perfect, of course, but if you begin to see trends happening around you that begin to work against the positive creative energy you are thriving on, take steps to change the scenery! This also includes dropping any weighted drama brought on by others which can work against your higher purpose.

Something that always seems to do the trick: CREATE SOMETHING! Drive that big brain of yours into a place of total Zen through creativity and discovery. Not always easy, I know, but this is the kindest boost you will ever give yourself. I’d wager you probably have some unfinished projects, or even some others you hadn’t started yet? Give them some love, and let your mind wander on the possibilities!

Head to the Creativity Gym: Grab a blank sheet of sketch pad paper and a fine-tip sharpie. Draw something without censoring it or starting over. Add some zentangle patterns, let it take shape, and just breathe! (and, if you have time, import it into Photoshop for some digital color, OR just pull out the trusty colored pencils!)

Here’s the zentangle beach I visited while I was killing time before an appointment:

The goal isn’t to create a masterpiece – instead, focus on just breathing, and lose yourself in the natural calm which comes from creating art that MOVES! There are some wonderful suggestions for patterns on Pinterest, if you would like to take this to the next level.

Hope you have a fantastic, ZEN-FILLED week!

-jg