Susan Day

Susan Day

How is Creativity a Form of Self Love?

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How is Creativity a Form of Self Love? Creativity is often described as self‑expression, imagination, or the act of making something new. But beneath all of that, creativity is a profound act of self‑love — a way of tending to…

Cultivating Self-Compassion Through Intention Setting

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Cultivating Self-Compassion Through Intention Setting Cultivating self‑compassion begins with a gentle intention — a quiet, steady choice to treat yourself with the same tenderness you’ve offered others for so long. Mindfulness and art therapy invites you to soften toward yourself,…

Transforming Overwhelm into Tangible Expression

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Transforming Overwhelm into Tangible Expression with Mindful Arts Therapy When transforming overwhelm into tangible expression with mindfulness and art therapy, they begin to form a steady inner refuge — a place where emotions can land without needing to be tidied…

How Is Creativity About Connection?

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How Is Creativity About Connection? Creativity is often described as self‑expression, imagination, or the ability to make something new. But beneath all of that, creativity is really about connection — connection to ourselves, to others, and to the wider world…