When was the last time you colored a picture? I don't mean coloring for a minute with your child. But when was the last time you colored for yourself?? Elementary school? Do you even own a set of crayons, color pencils, or markers?? Coloring strengthens creativity, brings out your inner child, and is fun!! But, what if I told you that coloring was an excellent way to meditate.....
Meditation is a way to calm and relax your brain and body. It improves mental function, improves health, and creates a positive outlook. There are several types of meditation (mindfulness, guided, transcendental, walking), but they can be a bit tricky for beginners. If you are like me, your brain runs 1000 miles per minute. And the more you try to quiet your mind, the louder it gets. So.....what do you do??
COLOR!!! But don't just color any old picture. Sure, coloring Barbie or cute puppies and kitties can be fun, but it doesn't quite have the same effect. Try coloring an adult coloring page (and no I don't mean adult! We are talking strictly G-rated here!), a mandala, or a zentangle. You can find tons for free online or purchase one. I found a few in the Barnes & Noble bargain section and on Amazon.
While it doesn't seem like meditation, it is just that. You start focusing on staying in the lines. Your mind begins to clear. Your stress reduces, your blood pressure drops, anxiety lessens. Before you know it, your page is finished and you've been meditating for an hour. You are relaxed and ready to face your day (or ready to get a good nights sleep if you color in the evening!). So here are two pages to get your coloring started. When you finish, post your masterpiece in the comments. Happy coloring!!!
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