This is Fran Chandler,
Welcome to Here and Now,
And this will be our visualization meditation on creativity.
I invite you to find a comfortable seated position,
Either on the floor or in a chair,
With your hands resting in your lap.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in,
Then exhale slowly,
Releasing any tension.
Focus on your breath,
Letting it naturally flow in and out,
Softening your body with each exhale.
Imagine yourself in a beautiful open space,
A place where you feel completely free and at ease.
It could be a meadow,
A beach,
Or a peaceful garden.
Notice the details around you,
The colors,
The textures,
The sounds.
Feel the warmth of the sun on your skin,
The gentle breeze in the air.
This is your sanctuary,
A place where joy,
Play,
And creativity flow naturally.
As you breathe in,
Feel yourself becoming more relaxed and open,
Ready to explore this space with a sense of curiosity.
Visualize yourself engaging in a playful activity that brings you joy.
Maybe you're dancing,
Barefoot in the grass,
Splashing in the water,
Or painting a vibrant picture.
Feel the lightness in your heart as you move freely,
Without any restrictions or judgments.
Here you're fully in the moment,
Laughing,
Smiling,
And enjoying the simplicity of play.
Allow yourself to experience the sheer delight of this moment,
Knowing that this sense of playfulness is always within you,
Waiting to be awakened.
Now imagine yourself in the midst of a creative process.
See yourself creating something,
Perhaps writing,
Drawing,
Or crafting something beautiful.
As you create,
Notice how effortless and natural it feels.
There's no pressure to be perfect.
You're just simply expressing yourself,
Allowing your creativity to flow freely.
Feel a deep sense of satisfaction and fulfillment as you connect with this creative energy,
Knowing that it's a reflection of your true self.
Take a deep breath in,
And as you exhale,
Let go of any tension,
Just feeling relaxed and at peace.
Visualize yourself taking the joy,
Playfulness,
And creativity you experienced and carrying it with you throughout your day.
Slowly bring your awareness back to your surroundings,
Wiggle your toes and your fingers,
And when you're ready,
Gently open your eyes,
Feeling refreshed and inspired.