Expressive Arts Workshop for Groups (Sand Mandalas)

Come join us for a fun and creative workshop where we will be making sand mandalas together! This hands-on experience will allow you to express yourself through art in a relaxing and meditative environment. No artistic skills are required, just bring your creativity and an open mind!

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with others and explore your artistic side. Sign up now and let's create some beautiful mandalas together!

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Location: McGregor Park Community Centre, 2231 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON. M1P 2P5 (meeting room)

*Registration only! No walk-ins accepted at this time.

About the Event:

Join Veronica for a 1 hour 45 minutes expressive arts workshop. She will guide the group through theme(s) introduction, contemplative movement (meditation and/or yoga), technique demonstration, creative process, group discussions (sharing circle) and take-home recommendation(s).

What is Expressive Arts Therapy?

Expressive Arts therapy is an integrated, multimodal approach that uses various methods including (but not limited to) writing, music, visual art, drama, photography, movement, storytelling, role playing, dance, music, meditation and mindfulness to help individuals attain personal growth and healing.

Benefits of Expressive Arts:

Improves focus

Nurtures emotional growth

Reduces stress levels

Encourages self-expression

Improves social and communication skills

Creates self-awareness

Enhances creativity

Generates new ideas

Promotes relaxation

The theme(s) of this workshop:

Impermanence

What is the goal?

The goal of HarmoniWorks is to build a sacred, supportive community where individuals can share their experiences without judgment. HarmoniWorks intends to support the group by incorporating expressive arts into the workshop to help restore integrity, well-being and resilience of each participant.

Disclaimer:

The purpose of HarmoniWorks’ services is to provide supportive guidance to participants in making life-altering changes. Such services are meant to be educational NOT psychotherapeutic.

Veronica is NOT trained as a therapist. She is NOT a licensed or certified therapist. She does not substitute the work of psychologists, doctors or other healthcare professionals. She does not diagnose, cure, treat or prevent any condition, disease or condition of the body, mind or emotional. She does not give medical or mental health advice, nor does she give religious advice.

Such services provided by HarmoniWorks may cause emotional or physical reactions and/or cause stress. If you think you may have sustained a psychological injury and/or a traumatic injury, think about if you can safely participate in the workshop at this time and/or think about getting the help of other experts who can help you.

Always consult your Medical Provider and/ or Mental Health Provider about any questions or worries you may have about your particular health, medications, herbs, or supplements you are taking, and before participating in this workshop.

Language of instruction:

English

Intended age group:

18 years and up