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We are at the turning point of the year, in the place where the light is now lengthening, the calendar will turn to 2026, and we begin again. This week it feels like time to rest. As I (Tamara) wrap up the holiday celebrations and imagine what comes next, I need a pause.
I imagine you do, too. As I reflected on this year and where I am right now, I feel a change in the rhythm, a yearning to slow down. I try to, believe me, but somehow things keep coming and I find it challenging to rest. In our last class, someone shared some wise words with us to help reframe the pattern of working to earn our rest. The question she offered is: "Have I rested enough to do my best work?" The natural world does not earn rest. It is part of a natural cycle. As I reflected on this, these words and an image arrived: From frantic, busy, and bustling to snail's pace slow -a challenging transition One I am eager to brave, with courage to trust that all which has not been finished, returned, addressed, managed, or begun will still be there on the upswing following the pause, the stillness my soul craves and will find the melody for. A new slow, easy rhythm gives space
between open notes that sing quiet soul praises- A breath and a rest for each heart's beat. I will be taking a rest this week and invite you to do the same. Notice how your own inner rhythm shifts and spend some time reflecting - in image, words, movement. Take your time. Enjoy the moments of pause between breaths, marks, and words on the page. Not as a way to "do more" but as a way to begin with intention, we invite you to start 2026 with a gift to your creative self. Starting January 1st, we’re offering 40% off our self-study course Art as a Healing Practice, plus special pricing on our two brand new mini retreats: A Moment to Breathe and Harvesting Gratitude. |
Here’s how it works: Buy
Art as a Healing Practice (Self-Study Course) Get 40% off the course Enjoy $15 off each of the two new mini
retreats Already enrolled in Art as a Healing Practice? You can attend the new mini retreats for $65 each Want only the mini retreats? Enroll in either A Moment to Breathe or
Harvesting Gratitude for $85 each Sale starts this Thursday, January 1st and runs through January 31, 2026!
Start your year with a deep dive into creativity, reflection, and expressive arts. Ready to join us for a live event? We have a beautiful season of offerings ahead, and we would be honored to welcome you into any space that calls to you. ✨NEW!! Creative Presence:
Expressive Arts for Individuals is now open for registration! Develop the skills to facilitate expressive arts in one-on-one sessions with confidence and clarity. This hands-on course guides you in engaging clients, structuring intermodal sessions, and maintaining presence while supporting creative exploration. This course is live online, Feb. 6 and
20. ✨ NEW!!
Expressive Arts as a Wisdom Path: A Journey of Creative Transformation is open for registration! Using Expressive Arts Florida Institute’s flexible five-step model, you’ll embark on a supportive, intermodal journey
that integrates both therapy and facilitation perspectives. This course is April 14-17, 2026 and will be in person in Sarasota. ✨Annual Online Intention-Setting Workshop We had a wonderful in person gathering and are looking forward to meeting with everyone online in January, where we'll start off the year with intention, clarity, and community. ✨ The Heart of the Elder: An Expressive Arts Journey for Women (Live Online)
All online spots are full for Kathleen’s new series. Thank you so much to everyone who signed up! You can add your name to the waitlist here. We anticipate adding more sessions in the coming months. The in-person sessions in Sarasota will open for registration very soon. Register your interest for the following in person sessions: - Embracing Ourselves as Elders - Monday February 16th 10:30am-1:00pm ET
- Creativity and Aging - Monday March 16th 10:30am-1:00pm ET
- The Challenges and Gifts of Aging - Monday April 13th 10:30am-1:00pm ET
New: Follow Kathleen's weekly personal practice on Substack! |
See all our upcoming offerings here! |
Join us for this brand new training and learn how to facilitate expressive arts using our 5-step model! Learn more
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Join us for this brand new training and learn how to facilitate expressive arts in 1:1 sessions! Learn more here!
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Join us for the 18th annual event to discover your personal intention moving into the new year. Learn more here!
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Join Kathleen for Online Open Studio. Bring your art supplies and work on something in a creative & supportive community. Learn more here!
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This month's theme is "Treasured Textures". We will explore visual texture and the "texture of our experience". Join us for the mindful art play date! For members of the Mindful Art Play Members Club. Learn more here!
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All Self-Study Courses are on sale until Friday! Each course contains detailed, yet approachable instructions, videos, and meditations facilitated by
Kathleen & Tamara. The imagery and guidance from this work can assist you, whether dipping your toes into expressive arts or seeking a deeper connection. *All courses come with lifetime access so you can refer back to them at any time! *No previous art experience is necessary! |
Featured Self-Study Course |
Mandala: Universal Symbol of Transformation Discover the beauty and power of mandalas as tools for healing, clarity, and self-expression. In this self-paced course, you'll learn about their rich history and create your own meaningful mandalas with guided meditations, demos, and creative prompts. No experience needed—just your curiosity and a willingness to explore. *No previous art experience necessary |
Tamara is accepting new clients in Florida seeking therapy services and support using expressive arts to heal and grow. Using her years of creative practice and a compassionate approach, she is able to help clients access their inner strengths and
create the change they most want in their lives. To inquire about services, you can go HERE, call/text 941-444-9585 or email tknappcounseling@gmail.com |
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