Restore

Slower and longer, these are activities you can get lost in and their impact will continue long after you've completed them.

Paint to music Painting to music and making repeat patterns engages the prefrontal cortex of the brain, bringing us into the present moment. When we practise loose, free paint play, we can let go of perfection, it's just lines and swirls. Materials A piece of A3 (or bigger) paper Paintbrush Paints A glass of water A way of listening to music • Take three big breaths, in and out. Notice the tension you might feel in different parts of your body. Put on some music that gives you energy and inspires feelings of joy, hope or excitement. • Take your paintbrush and put a little paint on it – not much – then dip it in the water. • Start moving the brush across your paper, in time to the music. Make changes in…

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The Simple Things (Digital) - 1 Issue, June 2024

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