Dalia: Trash Collage Queen and Executive Assistant Extraordinaire!

Today’s volunteer spotlight shines big on Dalia Almutawa, our Executive Assistant. This weekend, Dalia made use of old materials to create a stunning wall display to add a little holiday cheer to the Art Sphere office! In addition to her artistic eye with discarded or unused textiles and paper, she …

Mindfulness Practice With Mandalas

Photo by Pixabay Your Destination: Mandalas have been used for meditation in Eastern Cultures for centuries. Circular in shape and usually containing geometric patterns, they are ritualistic symbols of the universe in both Hinduism and Buddhism. Their often complex and intricate patterns also make them a great mindfulness tool. Travel …

Movement and Breathing Mindfulness Exercise

Photo by Cindy Gustafson Your Destination: The purpose of breathing meditation is to calm the mind and develop inner peace. We can use breathing meditations alone or as a preliminary practice to reduce our distractions. Travel Kit: Yourself!  On the Path: We started the class sitting in a circle, and all …

Making Glitter Jars to Practice Mindfulness

Photo by Anni Roenkae Your Destination: This activity can teach children how strong emotions can take hold, and how to find peace when these strong emotions feel overwhelming. This also helps them not letting their emotions cloud their thoughts. Travel Kit: Clear jar, water, glitter, glue, food coloring or paint. …