Art Therapy for Personal Development and Self Healing

When I coach my clients, we always start off by looking at where are they now? How are they feeling right now? It forms the basis and a point of reference to measure their progress as they go through the programme.

A life wheel assessment is a tool for self-assessment that allows individuals to evaluate different areas of their life, such as career, relationships, health, and spirituality. By rating each area on a scale from 1 to 10 based on satisfaction, individuals can create a visual representation of their life balance and identify areas that require more attention or improvement.

Starting with a life wheel assessment is crucial as it helps individuals gain a comprehensive view of their life and prioritize areas for growth and development. This assessment provides a foundation for personal development and allows individuals to make intentional choices that align with their values and goals. By identifying areas of imbalance or dissatisfaction, individuals can create meaningful goals and action plans to improve their overall quality of life.

In this course module, we will explore the technique of anchor art and how it can benefit your mental and emotional wellbeing. Through step-by-step instructions and supportive resources, you will learn how to create your own personal symbol of strength and resilience.

Module Objectives:

• Understand the therapeutic benefits of anchor art

• Identify personal experiences or emotions to represent in your anchor art piece

• Learn basic art techniques and materials required for anchor art

• Create and develop your own anchor art piece with personalized guidance and feedback

• Utilize your anchor art piece as a visual reminder of your strengths and resilience

By the end of this module, you will have developed a deeper understanding of anchor art and its therapeutic benefits, as well as created a tangible representation of your personal strengths and resilience. This module is perfect for anyone looking to explore their emotions through art and develop a meaningful and personal piece of art.

Music on the video is entitled Beach, Musician is Jef.

The Power of Perception is a module that explores the ways in which your perceptions shape your experiences and impact your mental health and well-being. Through a series of exercises and discussions, you will learn how to identify and challenge your perception and cultivate more positive and empowering ways of thinking.

One of the key exercises in this module is the Alignment Line. You will learn how the concept of clarity is the cornerstone to your growth. Through this exercise, you will gain greater awareness of your own thought patterns and the building blocks of making progress.

The art therapy activity follows on from this video, so make sure you watch it and then download the activity. Enjoy getting to know you :-)

Objective: To reflect on your life journey, the creating a collage exercise and identify key events that have shaped your perceptions.

Description: Your life story is unique and has been shaped by a variety of experiences, both positive and negative. In this course module, we will explore the origins of your perceptions by creating a timeline of your life events. This exercise will help you reflect on what experiences have shaped you and helped you to grow, and gain a deeper understanding of how your perceptions have developed over time.

Materials:

• Blank paper or a journal

• Coloured pens or markers

• Timeline diagram (provided)

Instructions:

1. Set aside 2-3 hours to begin this exercise. You can finish it in your own time.

2. Look at the timeline download provided and use it to create an outline of your life events. Start with your birth and move forward in time, marking significant events and milestones as you go. Consider using colour as a key to create the timeline.

3. For each event, reflect on how it made you feel and what impact it had on your life. Write down any thoughts or feelings that come to mind.

4. Once you have completed your timeline, take a step back and observe it as a whole. Notice any patterns or themes that emerge. How have your perceptions been shaped by these events?

5. If you have a journal, consider adding your timeline to it as a visual representation of your life story. If not, keep your timeline somewhere safe where you can revisit it whenever you like.

This art therapy exercise provides an opportunity for you to reflect on your life journey and explore the origins of your perceptions. By creating a visual representation of your life events, you can gain a deeper understanding of how your perceptions have developed over time. This exercise can also provide a sense of clarity and direction, helping you to move forward with a greater sense of self-awareness and purpose.

Haiku poetry, with its minimalistic structure and focus on nature and present-moment awareness, can be a powerful tool for self-development and self-awareness. In this module, we will explore the benefits of haiku poetry and how it can help you cultivate mindfulness, develop your creativity, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.

Module Objectives:

• Understand the origins and structure of haiku poetry

• Explore the therapeutic benefits of haiku poetry for mindfulness and stress reduction

• Learn basic techniques for writing haiku poetry, including the use of sensory language and metaphor

• Practice writing haiku poetry as a means of self-expression and reflection

• Reflect on the themes and emotions that arise in your haiku poetry to gain insight into your inner world and experiences

By the end of this module, you will have a deeper understanding of haiku poetry and its therapeutic benefits, as well as developed your own skills in writing haiku poetry as a means of self-expression and reflection. This module is perfect for anyone looking to explore their creativity and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.

This course module explores the benefits of Puppet Therapy as a therapeutic technique. Puppets have been used for entertainment for years, but they also have the potential to promote healing and stimulate imagination. Puppet Therapy can transport us to a world of fantasy, allowing for creativity and imagination.

Throughout the module, you will have the opportunity to engage in different exercises involving Puppet Therapy. By immersing yourself in this puppetry delight, you can explore the transformative power of this technique.

The course encourages you to let your inner child come out and play, and to fully embrace the healing potential of Puppet Therapy.

ps - Set a minimum of 2 hours for this exercise :-)

Let's spend more time getting lost in the puppet world .....

This is Expressive Art Week! You're about to have some fun. Be Fun, Be Free, Be Loud & Express whatever you like. Get your paints or your markers & Shout FREEDOM, FREEDOM, FREEDOM.

Get some paper and get started!

There is no video for this week. download the pdf and just get started, all instructions are there for you!

This week, we're going to jump light years into the future. We are going to embrace the future us in a way like never before. I am so excited to share this module with you, get your phone & set aside about 30 minutes to an hour and most all HAVE FUN!

All instructions in video and download :-)

Did I lose you at the word cheesecake? Or, are you super interested in what's next?Well, I'm not going to tell you here, you'll have to download it and be surprised!

Cue Smoke Machine and flashing lights ......All I will say is, I hope you're hungry and have some glue and paper at the ready!