First English Title!Over the years, many people have expressed a desire to have access to my work in English. I finally have the pleasure of responding to this request! This project took up a good part of the past year and I…
Seven ways to sidestep mental pitfallsWhen I open my journal to a blank, white page, I sometimes experience a moment of uncertainty where I don’t know quite where to begin. I often start by simply writing about what is going on in the moment and…
8 ideas to explore in your Creative Journal this summer!Summer has arrived with its promise of holidays and outings! It may provide us with a little more time to do some creative journaling or conversely, what with family and friends dropping in, it may be difficult to find that…
Honouring The DepartedThis Fall was my second visit to Mexico during the Day of the Dead. I am impressed by this celebration which lasts several days and is made up of various rituals, processions, and decorated altars, both public and in people’s…
20th Anniversary: Centre for The New Creative Journal20 years: milestonesIt’s already been twenty years since I set up my training centre! I’m really happy with the journey I’ve been on and, as I was writing this article, I realised even more just how many milestones have…
A Gentle Practice for Easing AnxietyAnxiety is Completely Normal!Anxiety is a normal state we all experience, both children and adults, and it’s usually temporary. It’s a vague sense of worry or unease in situations we perceive as threatening. However, if anxiety starts to increase…
On the Trail of the HaikuWhat is a Haiku? A haiku is a short poem of Japanese origin, composed of three lines, that captures the essence of a moment. In just a few words, it evokes an image, a sensation, or an emotion tied to…
How the New Creative Journal Sparks CreativityThe New Creative Journal is not like other journals. It is neither a static notebook nor a diary filled with checklists. It is a living, colourful, profound space: an intimate place where you can settle down, explore yourself and surprise…
Is the New Creative Journal for You?Today, I want to address these phrases I hear all the time: “I can’t find the time,” “I’m not good at drawing,” “I’m not creative,” “I don’t really see the point,” “I’d like to try it, but I don’t know…
