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Abstract art- can help to identify our deeper emotions

7/7/2020

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Categories: Original Artworks, Art Therapy, Journaling , Self Development and Spiritual Lesson

When I felt inspired to take on painting, it was about expressing the myriads of colors and textures!! Because of this, even though I appreciate any nice structured painting- like all the famous art in Louvre, it was (still is the case) not for me.
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I prefer abstract painting, because, similar to life- the interpretation that one finds in any abstract visual work- depends on one’s own inner being. 
When we see an abstract painting, it tends to bring up our deeper emotions to surface. Then, if one is to observe one’s own reaction to any painting (particularly abstract) then you will find that it helps one to identify one’s own shadow and repressed side.

Once such emotions come to light, then atleast we have taken the first step towards addressing our deeper challenges.

Does this help only the observer or also the artist? Actually- both people.
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When the artist paints with abandon, then they are creating content from their inner depth by releasing any ‘stuck emotions’ from within - that is how art can and has been used successfully as a therapeutic medium, over the years.

You can check out more about Art Therapy, if you are not very familiar with that concept.
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And then, when one observes such a painting, it nudges and probes and prods the deeper essence within the observer.
Such is the real and true beauty of abstract art- it is truly in the eye of the beholder!!
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This is one of my first artwork. It is made with acrylic paints using a sponge.

What do you see in this painting? What do the colors mean for you? What emotions do they conjure up within you? Observer how you feel and see if you can identify your deeper emotions and also your latent potential…
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​#arttherapy #healingwithart   #healingart   #emotionalhealing   #catharsis #artjournaling   #artforhealing  #AbstractArt    #emotionalwellbeing   #paintyourwaytowellness   #emotionalhealing   #mentalhealth   #raisingyourenergy  #VisualArt #OriginalArtworkbyMaitreyiGautam  #OriginalArtwork #abstractpainting #MaitreyiGautam
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Healing Benefits of Art Therapy

6/4/2020

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Categories: Art Therapy and  Journaling

​Art Therapy is a technique where a person’s spontaneous creation of art is used as a means of cathartic self-expression. Such expression and release of emotions improves the person’s sense of well-being.

Which “Art Creation” qualifies? Well, there are no hard and fast rules on this- it could be as simple as drawing or sketching ‘or’ as intricate and challenging as collage-making or sculpting.
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Healing Benefits of Art Therapy
​Art Therapy was first used in the 1940s in England. The first practitioners and pioneers of this technique were Adrian Hill and Irene Champernowne. Adrian was an artist and Irene was a psychotherapist. While Adrian was recuperating at the hospital for tuberculosis; he used to paint and thus use his drawing as a means of recreation and catharsis.

​Upon noting these benefits, he started suggesting to other fellow-residents (patients) to take up drawing as a means of improving their sense of well-being. Several of these patients had witnessed the trying circumstances and goriness of World War II and they found much relief by expressing their anxieties and other psychological imbalances.


Irene on the other hand had studied psychotherapy under Carl Jung and found much interest in following Jung’s technique in using art to help patients express their repressed and/or unconscious feelings.

Even though there are several Art Therapy related professional associations and it is also taught as a formal curriculum in certain programs, it needs to be mentioned that the basic cathartic benefits and the sense of well-being which consequently develops from expressing hidden emotions coupled with the joy of creation are experienced by anyone using mere basic principles of this technique.

​Remember Hill’s suggestion to his fellow hospital residents- even simple drawing and/or painting can have a very beneficial effect. The main key element here is the spontaneous creation of art.
On a formal therapeutic note, Art Therapy can be used-

1] As a cathartic means of expressing emotions. The patient could safely express their hidden negative emotions, thus reducing tension, anxiety and/or any associated hostility.
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2] The therapist could help the client interpret the drawing/paintings (art work) they have created and thus in this process helping the patients to better understand their own selves.

Such Art Therapy could be carried out as a group therapy or on a one to one basic. If in a group, the number of participants is usually limited to not more than eight to allow for extensive and meaningful interaction.
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​Art Therapy has been used to heal various psychological and mental conditions- ranging from anxiety and depression to eating disorders. It has been found to help people cope well with bereavement ‘or’ a sense of loss as well as for those who do typically have difficulty expressing themselves and their feelings.

Art Therapy has also been prevalently used to help people overcome various addictions such as alcohol or drugs. It’s use is very well known in treating several mental illnesses including psychosis. Art Therapy helps in inducing in people a serene sense of self-worth, balance and well-being.
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#arttherapy #healingwithart   #healingart   #emotionalhealing   #catharsis  #artjournaling   #artforhealing   #emotionalwellbeing   #paintyourwaytowellness   #emotionalhealing   #mentalhealth   #raisingyourenergy   
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Bring order from Chaos

5/24/2020

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Category: Journaling

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Bring order from Chaos
As our times seem to be getting more chaotic, it is important to remember our focus- in our own life and lifestyle habits.

According to Quantum Mechanics- we are all connected and the chaos of life itself brings about our so-called ordered existing, i.e. this manifested world!

​As people who choose to live consciously, when we are surrounded by challenging news, it is easy to feel scared or worried- but remember that it is in all of us as our own 'iccha shakti', our intentional-will that can help to process and create well-being from all the chaos surrounding us!  
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As above, so below… as nature creates order from chaos, so can we… something to think about as we start a new week…
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​#chaostheory #artbyMaitreyi #maitreyigautam #healingart #inspirationalquotes
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Spring- Time to Patch Up & Move on

3/23/2020

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Categories: Art Cards and Journaling

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​Spring- time for a new start. It is important that we let go of old baggage!

As we hear spring, we think of spring cleaning, where we get rid of old, unused items. We give it away to those who could make better use of these articles. And as we find more space in our home and closets, we also feel a sense of space and serenity around us.

​It seems like a big weight got moved and that there is room now for the energy (called prana or chi) to flow again in the house.
But spring is also the time to address old grudges and issues. If you can patch up your differences, then take the time to do so. And in case you feel that you (or the other person) has moved on in their life, then wish them well and make it a conscious decision to move on.

Life is too short to waste it on hurts and grudges!

Wishing everyone a wonderful spring time ahead…


Spring- time to patch up old differences and move on to new avenues... a fun art, card made using faux alcohol inks on plain white card paper.
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​#artcard #conflictresolution #artjournal #springcleaning   #forgiveness   #artbymaitreyi
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Celebrating the Spring Equinox

3/20/2020

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Category: Journaling

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​Today is the Spring Equinox- time that signifies change! It is the start of spring. Even though we still have deep memories of the bitter cold winter, all the fresh growth around us, ask us to let go of the past and work on the new…

How do you plan to bring in the wisdom of today’s Equinox? 

Have you recently been through some major challenges? Have you been struggling trying to save a lost cause (be it about a person or a situation)? Then do not fret about it anymore. 
Spring Equinox brings us this message today to let go of the past and embrace the new. When we hear about endings- we typically tend to feel afraid and worried. But it is important to remember that all new beginnings need an ending somewhere… at some point… and at the same time, all endings ultimately lead to new beginnings.

This is a simple and yet profound truth of our life and existence- “The Cycle of Life” or Samsara in Sanskrit.

Equinox which is just an important juncture in the cycle of nature- asks us to remember and honor this important truth about the cycle of life.
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​#spring #equinox #firstdayofspring   #welcomespring   #newgrowth   #aries   #maitreyiparadigm   #maitreyigautam
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How about we discuss this over coffee?

3/22/2019

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Categories: Art Cards and Journaling

​Coffee is not just a beverage many of us start our day with, but it is a drink that conjures up memories of hanging out with friends, going out on a first date or even simply meeting up a work colleague for some off-site chat.
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Coffee has become part of our culture, so it made total sense to sprinkle some coffee on this painting for fun, color and texture!

This art card is made with faux-alcohol inks on plain card stock. Coffee anyone?
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​#coffee #artcard #artjournal #artbook #arttherapy #artbymaitreyi
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Art that expresses my longing for travel...

3/18/2019

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Categories: Art Cards and Journaling

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This May it is going to be almost a year since I have travelled to a distant land! Though, it would be very easy for me to pick up my bags and simply step on the next flight out from Canada to some exotic destination, part of living consciously is to recognize the divine plan and then modify one’s actions accordingly. 

I knew there were several things I needed to take care of- which also meant, I needed to be here locally- finessing out my path, helping people and reaching out and connecting with many more folks across the world. As I was laying down the foundational stone for many of these activities, I needed to be firmly in one place (for several reasons). 

This art card was spontaneously from my heart- an expression of my longing to travel again. Hopefully soon… Though, I wish to  visit somewhere amazing, I am in no hurry. I know it will all be in the Universe’s “perfect time”.

With a map-style look, I have aptly called this art card-   Longing to Travel Again...   :-)
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​#artcard #artjournal #artbymaitreyi #arttherapy #travel   #divinetiming #lovefortravel #travelaroundtheworld
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    Juma Vera
    ​(aka   Maitreyi Gautam)​
    Mystic | Healer | Writer

    Our Journey to "Oneness" 

    It is a journey and like all journeys, it is set with many moments of challenges and accomplishments. 

    But when one's heart is true and the decision is made to "be the best that one can be", then each challenge merely seems like a stepping stone, to be overcome to reach and experience new heights of existential living.

    Hope you find these notes inspiring enough to initiate your own journey...
     
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    Here you will find thoughts, ideas, musings and  insights which make us reflect on the nature of our life and reality. I hope that these will connect with you. 


    These articles address the various insights, lessons and at times modern-interpretations of techniques and methods of ancient wisdom (particularly Vedic Culture) and also Shamanism, Buddhism, Druid- Paganism, Sufi Islam and Taoism. 

    It tries to bring the wisdom of ancient, insightful ways to benefit a modern, evolving and conscious lifestyle.

    Frankly it brings many of the spiritual concepts to  a "real  life" level!!

    Think of this guidance as "Spirituality for the Rest of Us"... folks who  have families,  careers,  material goals & ambitions  and so on... the ones  who cannot simply extrapolate what  typical spiritual gurus and guides say, when they live special monastic lives.  


    Each one of us may have different life situations but ultimately we are all ONE life and we all go thru these myriads of situations, experiences, thoughts and feelings at some point or other in time. 

    Read along and see how these lessons, insights and guidance can help you to chalk out your own path to 'One-ness'- where you are successful, healthy and Happy.   
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