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Have this moment with your inner self today. May you experience the goodness of living in alignment with your intention.... #setanintention #selfcare #selflove #selfkindness #personalgrowth #innerpeace #createspacewithin #createspacebuffalo

Mindfulness is all about observation, and so is drawing. Both require you to slow down and pay close attention to what’s in front of you. Drawing is a great way to practice mindfulness because it allows you to be focused in the present moment - in what is happening right in front of you. And mindfulness can help people who think they can't draw because it helps to release the judgement and harsh criticism that keeps people feeling stuck. #contourlinedrawing #mindfulness #dailymindfulness #dailyart #letgoofjudgement #explorewithart #createspacewithin #createspacebuffalo

So much of what we go through in life just happens in our heads. We tend to play out different scenarios, compare and replay specific situations, beat ourselves up over stupid, insignificant things, constantly judge others as well as ourselves. Once we understand where the judgment comes from, it’s time to start paying attention and bring mindfulness into play. Mindfulness introduces more awareness into your life. Treating yourself kindly is recognizing when you are judging... yourself, and letting it go without attaching any guilt to it. You can never let go of that self-judgment entirely, but you can change the way it affects your emotions. Once you release the judgment, you have to keep reminding yourself that you want your actions to come from a place of love, a place of peace. #bekindtoyourself #selfawareness #mindfulness #letgoofjudgement #awaysgrowing #createspacewithin #createspacebuffalo See more

There are 5 basic principles of Reiki. For those who don’t know, Reiki is a form of energy healing that involves unblocking the energy pathways in the body. By doing so, you can further connect the physical, spiritual, and emotional selves. You don’t need to be a reiki master to practice these principles. You don’t even have to be interested in reiki to practice them. The most amazing thing about the 5 basic principles of Reiki is that everyone can benefit from them- no matter what you believe in or where you are in your journey. #reikihealing #energyhealing #reikiprinciples #onedayatatime #selfcare #selfimprovement #personalbalance #personalgrowth #createspacebuffalo

Despite having to close the studio again for COVID precautions, I’m grateful to have the ability to shift and offer you support from the comfort of your own home. Release and Renew group Art Therapy goes virtual starting 12/03 Mind/Body Connection series goes virtual starting 12/08. This 6 week series runs until 1/12 Private Art Therapy sessions are also available virtually.

"I went for a walk today" -CSB artist You don't need to have trained art skills to create art. You don't need good verbal skills to communicate how you see things, feel things, experience things. You don't need to be able to understand your emotions to reflect what you're feeling into something visual. ... Let go of expectations, and just create. This artist is a master at letting things flow. Their mantra: "I'll just do my best." #alwaysdoyourbest #maketimeforart #explorethroughart #communicatethroughart #expressthroughart #createspacewithin #createspacebuffalo

How do you recognize when your inner-self chimes in? Do you tend to ignore it, second guess it, or assume you're wrong? Creating art from a place of self exploration is a great way to grow your relationship with your inner-self. Strengthen your trust with what your core self is signaling to you, and feel more confidant. #arttherapy #creativeexpression #selfawareness #gettoknowyou #intuition #innervoice #coreself #artheals #createspacebuffalo

We really got into it with puppet making in today’s Studio Art for Kids! Puppets can help kids explore their world through roll play and express their emotions. They can often be humanized through allocating a personality or individual quirks. Also, puppet can sometimes say what the child might feel uncomfortable saying out loud. They are fun to make and a powerful tool for kids!... #artforkids #artheals #explorethroughart #expressthroughart #communicatethroughart #arttherapy #kidsartbuffalo #createspacebuffalo

Be mindful with your emotions. Follow these tips to find balance within yourself. #selfcare #mindfulness #emotionalbalance #creativeexpression #artheals #explorethroughart #expressthroughart #communicatethroughart #arttherapy #createspacewithart #createspacebuffalo

Setting healthy boundaries keep you living in alignment with your core values. Living in alignment with your core values can improve your mood and overall outlook on your life. #selfcare #corevalues #healthyboundaries #mentalhealthmatters #creativeexpression #artheals #explorethroughart #expressthroughart #communicatethroughart #arttherapy #createspacewithart #createspacebuffalo

Art is magic, believe in it Anyone can do it. #believeinart #artismagic #releasethroughart #communicatethroughart #explorethroughart #healthroughart #createspacethroughart #createspacebuffalo image credit: https://buff.ly/33JAYxx

Last month I was interviewed by In Good Health Magazine for an article on mental health, suicide prevention and the pandemic’s impact on people’s mental health. Jenna Schifferle wrote a great article. As a mental health clinician I appreciate coverage on the topic, and extra thanks to Jenna for reaching out and featuring Art Therapy in her article as an effective treatment for mental illness. Click on the link below for the full article. #suicideawareness #worldmentalhea...lthday #mentalhealthawareness #oneinfive #arthelps #creativeexpression #healthybflo #createspacebuffalo http://www.bfohealth.com//mental-health-matters-year-round/

Wishing you a peaceful Sunday afternoon #sundayvibes #stillness #peacefulplace #calmenergy #healinglight #reikiroom #reikihealing

A new round of the Mind/Body Connection series begins on September 9th. Register through createspacebuffalo.com. Imagine if your body could talk to you... well, it can actually. With every emotion that we experience, our body has a set of symptomatic responses, or signals, to alert us of what emotion is being triggered. Your body's "signals" are unique to you, and getting to know what your body is telling you is beneficial to your well being. Being more aware of your mind/bod...y connection may increase your ability to identify your emotional triggers and it also may help you to identify the right coping skill(s) to calm your body when negative emotions arise. In this series we will explore: *9/09: how we experience our emotions in our body *9/16: the autonomic nervous system *9/23: mask difficult emotions with other emotions that easier to deal with *9/30 the power of our thoughts and its impact on the body *10/07 the medicine of gratitude and forgiveness *10/14 positive self affirmations #mindbodyconnection #selfawareness #betterhealth #selfcare #mentalhealth #innerconnection #healthycoping #healthyliving #personalwork #allwaysgrowing #selfimprovement #createspacebuffalo

Your young artist is invited to explore their world through art at CSB! All skill levels are welcome. Ideal for homeschooled or virtual learners! Classes will be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am-11am, starting September 8th. ... Class size is limited to 4 students to allow for safe distancing in the studio. Class packs are available at discounted prices when registering for multiple classes. I can’t wait to see your young artist at the studio! #studioart #kidsart #exploreart #artexpression #createart #artforkids #homeschoolart #virtuallearning #buffalohomeschool #buffalokids #createspacebuffalo