The Art Of Being

The Art of Being in Conversation

Conversations About Creativity and Mindfulness

We are all creative beings, but how often do you tap into your creativity? Do you often feel as though you have forgotten how to be creative? What would it look like to create with intention? 

In April and May of 2020, we created a short series on IGTV called The Art of Being in Quarantine. It was an effort to bring more creativity into our lives during the onset of the pandemic, as we contemplated what it means to be a human during difficult times. We found that by intentionally making space for creativity in our weeks, we were able to show up more fully in our lives. The prompts are intended to be playful and straightforward, 10-15 minute activities, for you to engage your creative being. 

We wanted to expand this beyond ourselves, so started the monthly series, The Art of Being in Conversation. These conversations are about creating with intention. Each month we will be talking to a featured guest about what it means to them to be creative. Every conversation will dive into that person’s story and creative process and will end with a prompt or activity that you, as the listener, can experiment with to tap into your own creative being. 

If you try out any of the prompts, please tag us on Instagram @artofbeingexperience or use the hashtag #TheArtOfBeingInConversation, so that we can see your creations!

 

Mindful Mail

 

Our Creative Prompt:

This week’s prompt is centered around the notion of “together apart” and the 6th stage of grief: Finding Meaning. We are experiencing collective grief, but are in isolation. Many of the rituals that we would usually be able to practice together in community are not available to us. As a way to be more connected, take a moment to create and write a letter to someone in your life. This could be a person you know well, someone you are missing, someone who needs support, or perhaps a stranger who you would like to thank. 

STEP 1: Instead of buying a card or postcard, create your own! This could be a print, a collage, a drawing - whatever medium you would like to use to express yourself and your feelings. 

STEP 2: Write a note to the person who you want to connect with right now. What do you want to tell them? How can you create a space for connection? Feel free to make it as simple or as detailed as you would like! 

STEP 3: Place a stamp on the note and put it in the mail! 

STEP 4: Thank a USPS worker - they are working extra hard for all of us! 

 
Angela CravenThe Art of Being in Quarantine