"Mindful art is not about creating a masterpiece, but about expressing your soul and finding peace within the process."
- Anon
A Mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols often used in spiritual and ritual practices in Hinduism and Buddhism. It typically features a circular design with intricate patterns, symbolizing the universe and the interconnectedness of all life. Mandalas are used as tools for meditation, focusing attention, and establishing a sacred space. They can also represent the journey from the outer world to the inner self.
We color Mandalas because their repetative shapes and patterns keeps us present with the process, often easing us into a meditative state of relaxation.
Mantras serve as powerful tools in mindful coloring by providing a word, sound, or phrase that can be repeated during the practice. Commonly used in meditation and prayer across many spiritual traditions, mantras help to enhance concentration and foster a deeper connection with oneself.
By chanting, whispering, or silently repeating a mantra while we color, we can focus our minds, promote inner peace, and set clear intentions, enriching their overall coloring experience.
Reduce stress and anxiety
Decreases overwhem and overstimulation
Elivates mood
Improves sleep
Increases positivity
Encourages creativity
Improves memory, focus and concentration
Stimulates both sides of the brain increasing brain function
Calms and balances the busy mind
Displaces negative chatter and self talk
Increases self compassion and understanding
Encourages self-care, self-awareness, and mindfulness
Helps to regulate emotions
"Coloring is a nourishing mindful activity that allows us to ground ourselves, focus our attention, and sit with what is."
- Nita Diaz
Explore relaxation and creativity with our mandala coloring books and journals, designed to inspire mindfulness, self-expression, and self care through beautifully intricate designs, inspiring mantras, and reflective prompts.
Experience the calm of coloring! Join our live online Mindful Coloring Sessions. Discover how mandalas + mantras + mindfulness + community = feeling calm, grounded, connected, and joyful.
These 55 card decks combine beautiful color palettes with inpiring mantras to enhance your coloring experience. Pick a card at random or flip through to find the one that resonates and turn any coloring page into a peaceful, intentional practice.
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