Creating Joy Practice

we’re exploring the transformative power of art therapy with a focus on joy. Gather your art supplies and prepare to express the feeling of joy through creative expression.
In this guided practice, we’ll channel our emotions into art, creating a visual representation of joy. You'll be guided through a mindful art practice that encourages free expression and allows you to experience the therapeutic benefits of creativity. By letting go of perfectionism and focusing on the process, discover how joy can be translated into vibrant and meaningful artwork.

Transcript

We're going to start by tuning in to the feeling of joy.

So settle in.

Allow your energy to come home.

And moving it down through your body to your root.

Feeling yourself supported by the surface beneath you.

Take a deep breath in.

And as you exhale,

Let go of any tension or stress.

On the out breath,

Just setting down the day.

Calling your presence fully into the moment.

I'd like you to envision a warm,

Entire being,

And this light is the energy of joy.

With every breath you take,

You let this light go brighter and more expansive.

Soon this warm,

Vibrant light is radiating out from you,

Bringing feelings of bliss and connection.

Feel the sensation of joy fully enveloping you and moving into the space around you.

Notice how it feels in your body,

Perhaps a lightness in your chest,

A warmth spreading through your limbs.

Pay attention to how this joy moves and shifts,

And allow yourself to fully immerse yourself in it.

And as you connect deeply with this feeling,

Observe the colors it ignites within you.

Are there specific hues or shades that resonate with this joy?

How is the energy flowing?

Does it swirl or dance or pulse?

Are there shapes,

Symbols,

Or images?

Just let yourself experience and embody this joy without any judgment or expectation.

Once you've spent a little bit of time deeply connected with this joyful sensation,

Open your eyes and reach for your art supplies.

Begin to translate the sensations and colors and movements.

Let your creativity flow freely,

Capturing the essence of what joy looks and feels.

Just let your heart guide your hand.

And as you create,

Embrace a sense of playful energy.

There is no right or wrong here,

Just an opportunity to explore and express.

So release any tendencies toward perfectionism and allow yourself to just fully enjoy the process.

This art doesn't need to be perfect,

It's about the journey and the joy of creation itself.

Let go of any expectations and immerse yourself in the process.

Let go of any expectations and immerse yourself in this playful and spontaneous expression of joy.