Art has been used for communication, self-expression, and healing and has been for thousands of years. Here are some ways art therapy can be helpful for your mental health.
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What is Transpersonal Art Therapy?
Transpersonal art therapy is a recognised form of therapy that uses art as a language to express our innermost thoughts, emotions and feelings. It merges psychology, creativity and spirituality in a counselling context.
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Quotes of Calm Amidst a Pandemic
If you need a boost of motivation during this time, this is for you.
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Memento Mori
We can choose to meet death like a great opponent about to begin an epic sword fight. We grow in size by our ability to live life in its absolute fullness.
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The road less travelled
It’s winter in Beijing and I’m at a crowded bar with loud music. As I take my jacket off, I ask my friends if they want a drink. They nod. I push my way to the front of the bar, squeezing through the crowd and lean my elbows on the counter.
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